Anwar confident in Malaysia's stability, cites growing public ...
2 days ago · KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed confidence in the country's current and near-future stability, citing positive political shifts and growing public support for his government. In a recent interview with CNN's Richard Quest, Anwar pointed out the shift in public support, particularly from rural Malay Muslims ...
Malaysia eyes nuclear power as part of energy transition ...
2 days ago · KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is considering nuclear energy as a primary energy source to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025, in line with the National Energy Transition Roadmap and the National Energy Policy. The Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry (MOSTI) said this was seen as a proactive solution to the country's energy trilemma challenges ...
SST expansion to generate RM51.7 bil in revenue, says Amir ...
2 days ago · KUALA LUMPUR: The expansion of the Sales and Service Tax (SST) beginning next year is estimated to generate revenue of RM51.7 billion, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Dr Amir Hamzah Azizan. The amount, he said, is an additional RM5 billion compared to the projected SST collection of RM46.7 billion for 2025 under the current taxation system.
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4 days ago · Indonesia's Laki-laki volcano on Flores Island erupts, killing 9 people. JAKARTA: At least nine people died after Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki in eastern Indonesia erupted on Sunday, spewing explosive plumes of lava and forcing authorities to evacuate several nearby villages, officials said on Monday. ASEAN Nov 3, 2024 @ 6:17am.
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5 days ago · China, Indonesia enhance ties with key deals on lithium, green energy, tourism. BEIJING: China and Indonesia have agreed to strengthen cooperation in key sectors, including lithium, new energy vehicles, green energy and tourism, according to a joint statement released on Saturday. Economy Nov 9, 2024 @ 11:58pm.
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Malaysia attracts more MNCs - New Straits Times
3 days ago · Infographics. NST Podcast NST TV Education Voucher. KUAL LUMPUR: The challenging global economy and rising operational costs in traditional markets are pushing many multinational companies (MNCs) to explore Southeast Asia, particularly Malaysia, as …