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PAC proposes 17 measures to tackle insurance, hospital costs
Public Accounts Committee urges tighter oversight on insurance pricing and private hospital charges amid rising healthcare costs in Malaysia.
PM Anwar hails civil service as Malaysia rises in competitiveness index
PM Anwar praises civil service efficiency as Malaysia climbs eight spots to 15th in the IMD World Competitiveness Index 2026.
Kedah Sultan visits historic Sultan Abdul Samad Building
The Sultan of Kedah tours the heritage landmark and its galleries, highlighting Khazanah Nasional's conservation efforts.
NPE 2 to use barrier-free toll system, reduce peak congestion
The New Pantai Expressway Extension Project will use a barrier-free toll system to ease peak hour traffic congestion upon completi…
Social media platforms face RM10m fine over age checks
Social media platforms that fail to comply with age-verification requirements under Act 866 could face penalties of up to RM10 mil…
SARA program expands local product access
The government strengthens the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah program by including local entrepreneurs' products based on consumer needs
Malaysia welcomes German SME green tech investments
Deputy PM Fadillah says German SME investments in green technology and renewable energy align with Malaysia's sustainable developm…
MOF open to feedback on BUDI Diesel programme improvements
Non-existent investments drive RM1.46 billion in losses as Selangor and KL lead geographic trends, says KDN
Business closures main cause for over 42,000 to lose jobs
Job losses hit 42,807 nationwide from January to June, driven mainly by business closures and downsizing, says minister
Carbon tax policy in final phase, says MOF
Malaysia finalises carbon tax policy targeting steel and energy sectors, aligning with net-zero emissions goal by 2050
Malaysia must develop a growth engine in drones, unmanned aerial and low altitude craft – Loke
Malaysia must seize opportunities in drones, UAVs and air taxis to develop its own standards and drive the low altitude economy se…
Social media platforms cannot rely on self-declaration for age checks: Fahmi
Users aged 16 and above are allowed to register and own social media accounts, while those below 16 are prohibited from doing so u…