Businesses in Malaysia brace for impact with minimum wage hike on Feb 1
Particularly affected are food court operators, coffee shop owners and vegetable farmers as they typically employ more foreign workers compared with other industries.
On-call shifts for doctors, dentists capped at 18 hours in Malaysian Health Ministry’s pilot project
The new hours would be a shift from from the current limit of between 24 and 33, under a Health Ministry pilot project that starts in February.
Distribution of US$2.9 billion Sara cash aid in Malaysia begins tomorrow, highest in history
The Sara aid will be increased to RM2,100 in 2025 compared to RM1,200 in 2024 for eligible households recorded in the eKasih system.
Malaysia government’s bid to shut down talk of ex-PM Najib’s house arrest is pointless, say experts
Constitutional law expert Shad Saleem Faruqi told The Straits Times that a gag order is “too late and futile”, seeing as discussions on the matter are already in the public…
Beware of fake news about Malaysian King on site impersonating The Star
The Star—which Reuters named one of the most trusted sources of news in Malaysia—publishes only on its official website thestar.com.my and its official social media channels.
Malaysia’s AI plans may be at risk from US policy shift
A spokesman from the National AI Office (NAIO) said the specifics of the blockade are still vague and require thorough consideration by the Malaysian government.
In Malaysia, experts urge for quick, clear rollout of 5G and MyDigital ID
Malaysia has secured billions of ringgit in investment in the past year from global tech firms seeking to build critical infrastructure to cater to growing demand for their cloud…
Malaysia actively monitors potential public health emergencies, says Health Minister
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad assured the public that sentinel surveillance had been activated at all international entry points since August 2024, after the World…
Malaysia’s neutrality, openness make it a natural hub for investors, says PM Anwar
The Prime Minister said that these were among the factors which led to economic success for the nation last year.
Dashboard cameras: No longer just a nifty accessory for Malaysians
Transport consultant Wan Agyl Wan Hassan said that with dashcams, driving can be safer as motorists are aware they are being recorded.