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Sat, 30 Oct 2021 16:40:12 +0800
Budget 2022’s housing agenda encourages young people to own houses, says Reezal
BUKIT MERTAJAM, Oct 30 — The allocation of RM1.5 billion and a guiarantee of RM2 billion under the Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme in Budget 2022, that further amplifed the housing agenda for the low-income group, will encourage young people to...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 16:34:13 +0800
Plantation Indstries Ministry: Budget 2022 focuses on targeted development of agricommodity sector
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — The Ministry of Plantation Industries and Commodities (MPIC) opined that Budget 2022 had focused on a more targeted development of the agricultural commodity sector. Its minister, Datuk Zuraida Kamaruddin noted that the...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 16:22:06 +0800
Keluarga Malaysia Digital Economy Centres to focus on generating income, helping people’s economy, says Annuar
KOTA BHARU, Oct 30 — A total of 600 Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family) Digital Economy Centres (PEDi), which are being transformed from existing community internet centres, will focus on generating income and helping the people’s economy, said....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 15:58:13 +0800
Budget 2022: Defence Ministry gives priority to welfare of Armed Forces personnel, says Hishammuddin
KLUANG, Oct 30 ― The Ministry of Defence will ensure that the welfare of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) personnel is given priority in line with the provisions in Budget 2022, said Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein. He said the allocation....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 15:41:29 +0800
Muhyiddin: Budget 2022 shows govt’s commitment in ensuring Malaysia’s economic recovery by next year
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 ― The 2022 Budget clearly shows the government's commitment in ensuring the country’s economic recovery by next year, said National Recovery Council chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.  He said the Budget that wa...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 15:27:46 +0800
After 'Timah' kerfuffle, Tuan Ibrahim says govt will bar names, brands of items that could offend society
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — The government has decided that locally produced items must no longer use names or brands that can trigger negative racial or religious reactions from society, said PAS’ deputy president Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 15:16:45 +0800
National Security Council ready to evacuate Malaysians if crisis in Sudan worsens, says foreign minister
KUANTAN, Oct 30 — The food supply for 50 Malaysians in Sudan is sufficient for a period of two weeks, and their condition is reported to be good and safe, said Foreign Minister, Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah. He said that Wisma Putra was closely...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 15:16:39 +0800
Budget 2022: Tourism tax exemption to revive ailing industry, says FT minister
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — The extension for tourism tax exemption until December 31 through the presentation of Budget 2022 in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday will help revive the tourism industry in the three Federal Territories. Federal Territories...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 15:08:41 +0800
Three Umno wings propose 16 names as candidates for Melaka election
MELAKA, Oct 30 — The Wanita, Youth and Puteri wings of Umno in Melaka have submitted 16 names to the party leadership for consideration as candidates in the Melaka state election on November 20. Melaka Wanita Umno chief Datuk Latipah Omar said the....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 14:59:57 +0800
Securities Commission says chairman’s term extended for three years
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has extended the tenure of Datuk Syed Zaid Albar as its chairman for another three years, effective November 1, 2021. In a statement, it said the reappointment was approved by Finance.....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 14:59:23 +0800
Wisma Putra: Budget 2022 inclusive, high impact and crucial to ‘Keluarga Malaysia’
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — The Foreign Ministry has described the tabling of National Budget 2022 as inclusive, high impact and crucial to the Malaysian Family in meeting the unprecedented challenging situation faced by Malaysia due to the Covid-19...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 14:42:25 +0800
MIA: Budget 2022 to catalyse more inclusive, sustainable nation building
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — The Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) has welcomed the inclusivity and sustainability themes of Budget 2022 which are aligned with the global momentum of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) and the 17 UN...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 14:34:40 +0800
Budget 2022: Mosti to focus on experimental R&D, says Dr Adham
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 30 — The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (Mosti) will place greater emphasis on experimental development by channelling funding to research and development (R&D), said its Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 14:34:38 +0800
Budget 2022: ‘Cukai Makmur’ reflects spirit of shared prosperity, says Deloitte Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — The proposed one-off “Cukai Makmur” (Prosperity tax) announced in Budget 2022 yesterday, instead of a windfall tax, supports the government’s initiative, as those enjoying extraordinary profits from the Covid-19...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 13:55:33 +0800
Khairy: Health Ministry making detailed study on National Centre of Excellence for Mental Health
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 ― The Ministry of Health (MoH) is making a detailed study on the establishment of the National Centre of Excellence for Mental Health to minimise service gaps and further strengthen delivery of mental health services to the...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 13:47:02 +0800
Securities Commission extends chairman Syed Zaid Albar’s term for three years
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 ― The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has extended the tenure of Datuk Syed Zaid Albar as its chairman for another three years, effective November 1, 2021. In a statement, it said the reappointment was approved by Finance.....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 13:21:03 +0800
Malaysian Employers Federation: Budget 2022 initiatives help ease unemployment situation
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 ― The Budget 2022 initiatives would help in alleviating the rising unemployment rate, said the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF). In a statement today, it noted that the unemployment rate rose to 711,000 persons in 2020...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 12:54:48 +0800
Economists not sold on RM100m windfall tax but say Budget 2022 solid overall
KUALA LUMPUR, OCT 30 — The government’s proposal to impose a one-off surtax on corporations with over RM100 million in chargeable income under Budget 2022 could have long-term ramifications, said economists. They told Malay Mail that imposing...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 12:44:44 +0800
Sabah MP Mohamaddin Ketapi quits Warisan to be independent Lahad Datu and Segama rep
KOTA KINABALU, Oct 30 ― Lahad Datu Member of Parliament (MP) and Segama state assemblyman Datuk Mohamaddin Ketapi has quit Parti Warisan Sabah (Warisan) to become an independent representative. Mohamaddin, 64, said the lack of development in both.....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 12:14:47 +0800
Budget 2022: How does the federal Budget compare to Pakatan Harapan’s shadow Budget
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — The federal government has announced its biggest Budget yet, with RM332.1 billion allocated for 2021 compared to RM322.5 billion for next year. Through public consultation as well as other major stakeholders, the...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 12:11:46 +0800
Sarawak to give RM15m grants to 123 mission schools statewide, says deputy CM
KUCHING, Oct 30 ― The Sarawak government would be giving away grants totalling RM15 million to 123 mission schools statewide, said Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah yesterday. Uggah, who is minister in charge of Unit for Other...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 11:14:19 +0800
Budget 2022: Rehda says RPGT removal will invigorate property market
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 ― The removal of the Real Property Gains Tax (RPGT) will help invigorate the Malaysian property market and eventually translate into a positive multiplier effect on the economy, according to Malaysia Real Estate and Housing...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 10:23:01 +0800
Kedah floods: 241 evacuees still remain at five relief centres
ALOR SETAR, Oct 30 ― The number of flood victims in Baling and Pendang districts remains unchanged at 241 from 64 families at five relief centres, as of this morning. A spokesman for the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) Kedah said in Baling, 46....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 10:06:07 +0800
Budget 2022 will provide abundant benefits for people of Kelantan, says MB
KOTA BARU, Oct 30 ― Budget 2022 will provide abundant benefits to the people of Kelantan, especially with the development of infrastructure and utilities in driving the state's socio-economic growth, said Mentri Besar Datuk Ahmad Yakob. He...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 09:49:03 +0800
British American Tobacco lauds govt’s move to tax vapes and e-cigs
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — Cigarette makers British American Tobacco (BAT) have lauded the policies in Budget 2022, particularly the government’s intention to tax and effectively recognise nicotine vapour, or vapes. BAT managing director Nedal Salem....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 09:43:16 +0800
Melaka Umno deputy chief urge PAS to make a decision between their party and Perikatan
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 ― Melaka Umno Liaison Committee deputy chairman Datuk Mohamad Ali Mohamad has urged PAS to make their stand clear between working with the party or Perikatan Nasional (PN), reports Utusan Malaysia. This follows after the Umno.....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 08:44:50 +0800
Covid-19: 63 more deaths reported in Malaysia, active cases at 70,000 mark
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — A total of 63 more Covid-19 related deaths were reported locally yesterday, including eight deaths of patients already brought in dead. Data on the Ministry of Health’s CovidNow portal showed that the cumulative death toll....

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 08:17:33 +0800
Rally full support for GPS in next state polls, deputy CM calls on Sarawakians
BAU, Oct 30 ― Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas calls upon fellow Sarawakians to rally their support for Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) in the next state election to ensure continuous stability and development in Sarawak. In...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 08:08:19 +0800
Sarawak to buy anti-Covid-19 pill once approved, says chief minister
KUCHING, Oct 30 ― Sarawak will buy the anti-Covid-19 pill once it is approved and ready for distribution in the country, says Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg. “I have told (Datuk Seri) Dr Sim (Kui Hian) and (Datuk Amar...

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 07:57:54 +0800
Budget 2022: Kedah, Perak express appreciation for allocations
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 ― The Kedah and Perak state leadership have expressed their appreciation for the allocation provided under Budget 2022 that was tabled by Finance Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz at the Dewan Rakyat today. Kedah...



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