Malaysia’s GDP grew to 5.8 per cent in the second quarter, according to advance GDP estimates released by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). “Malaysia’s advance GDP estimates expanded by 5.8 per cent in the second quarter of 2024 from 4.2 per cent in the preceding quarter. “In terms of quarter-on-quarter performance, Malaysia’s economy increased…
MCA is set to leave its coalition, Barisan Nasional, which it co-founded 72 years ago since the party is not happy with its current position. “The grassroots are putting pressure from within for the MCA leadership to make a decision to leave BN. “They consider BN, which is now led by Umno president Ahmad Zahid…
The death of TikTok influencer A Rajeswary due to cyberbullying and the public outcry has prompted the government to amend and form new laws. Minister in Prime Minister’s Department Datuk Azalina Othman Said have said that laws against cyberbullying will be tabled. Similar messages was said by Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and…
China Press and Guang Ming Daily headlined that a Chinese university student riding a motorcycle with his girlfriend to get supper was hit and killed by a suspected drunk driver. Nanyang Daily reported that the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) will consider launching an investigation into the sale of shares by Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB)….
Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) to grow at 5.3 percent year – on – year in the second quarter of 2024 as there is a sustained domestic demand and better exports, said Ambank Group. This forecast was mentioned in a note released last night It is based on gradual improvements of the external sector, improved…
There are no restrictions for opposition lawmakers to enter schools “However there is a guideline that must be applied from the Education Ministry and abided to – the Guidelines for Invitations or Visits by Dignitaries and Politicians to Education Institutions, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. This guideline is part of a professionals circular. She said…
Universiti Teknologi Mara accepts international students as it is a prerequisite to be listed in QS World University Rankings. “It is also an element that is measured by the Malaysia Research Assessment (MyRA),” explained Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. The international students are only accepted for postgraduate studies. There has been a steady increase of international…
The need for Tamil Language teachers is not critical in national secondary schools, confirmed Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. “As of May 31, 2024, 624 is needed and there are 640 teachers. “To ensure an even spread of teachers teachers are relocated according to schools that opted to have Tamil Language with students who are keen…
This matter has been dwelling in my head for a good part of this year – whether I should or not, but in the end the interests of a profession rather than how a few individuals may react, is deemed more important so I shall pen this note of appeal to the government of the…
Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak has not settled his income tax arrears and has not reached a conclusive end on this matter, confirmed Finance Minister. “There case proceedings are ongoing and the next hearing at the Insolvency High Court in Kuala Lumpur is scheduled on 29 July 2024.” The Finance Minister said this…
