The Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM) president Senator Tan Sri Low Kian Chuan proposed that micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) with annual revenue or income of RM500,000 and below should be given the choice to voluntarily participate in e-invoicing. “To assist these enterprises in adapting to the new e-invoice…
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul said more time is needed to reach a decision on the motion which sought to hasten the investigation into the death of Teoh Beng Hock. “Yes I received the motion under standing order 18 (2), but it is less than 24 hours since you gave me the motion….
China Press headlined that the Chinese perpetrator Toh Kian Peng, who robbed and killed a beauty salon owner 11 years ago, escaped the death penalty after a review by the Federal Court yesterday morning. He was sentenced to 36 years in prison and 12 lashes. Nanyang Daily reported that the chief executive officer of the…
The Education Ministry (MoE) actively seeks to enhance English teachers’ skills so students can learn English in a meaningful way, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. “The MoE is concerned and continuously takes proactive steps to enhance the capabilities of English language teachers in implementing meaningful pedagogy that benefits student learning in English,” she said via…
Raub MP Chow Yu Hui has submitted an urgent motion to Parliament today, urging the government to expedite the investigation into the case of Teoh Beng Hock and apprehend those responsible for his death. He stated that 15 years ago today, Teoh Beng Hock passed away at the Selangor Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) old headquarters…
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof countered former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad regarding the low water rates to Singapore. “Whether Malaysia has been providing a subsidy (to Singapore) or not, we are reviewing all the existing agreements,” he said, reported NST. He said this after opening the Water Malaysia Specialised Conference and…
Democratic Action Party (DAP) national chairman Lim Guan Eng urged his colleagues in DAP and all MPs including the opposition MPs to support the Bill to amend the Medical Act 1971 in parliament tomorrow to address the parallel pathway training controversy. “I would like to express my full support for the proposal by the Health…
The government has no plans to bring back the Goods and Services Tax (GST) said, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. “At present, it is deemed inappropriate to reintroduce it, especially considering the financial challenges faced by individuals with lower incomes. “Therefore, the government will focus on enhancing the current tax system and…
Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Abang Openg announced on last Thursday that by 2026, Sarawakians with Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) qualifications will be able to study for free at state-owned higher education institutions under 2026 free tertiary education scheme. The universities under this scheme are Curtin University Malaysia, Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak, University…
China Press headlined that A’Famosa Safari Wonderland has opened Malaysia’s first-ever Elephant Aquatic park. Nanyang Daily reported that a survey released yesterday by the Malaysian Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA) shows that companies are gearing up to seize new business opportunities in consumer electronics, automotive, and artificial intelligence (AI). The “Walk for Justice,” held to commemorate…