Day: October 1, 2024

PUTRAJAYA, Budget 2025 is set to see a substantial increase in allocations, driven by Malaysia’s solid economic growth and rising government revenues, according to the deputy president of the Malaysian Economic Association, Professor Dr Yeah Kim Leng. He said that with every one per cent rise in the gross domestic product (GDP), the government’s revenue would increase by 0.94 points, allowing for greater investments in key sectors such as education, healthcare, and social welfare, particularly for the low-income and disadvantaged groups. ‘Malaysia’s GDP growth for 2024 is expected to be around four to five per cent, maintaining this growth rate

SEOUL, Malaysia has outlined three key pillars to build an AI-enabled digital Backbone and turn countries into tech-driven nations that leverage connectivity to improve lives, drive business progress and protect the environment. In his keynote speech at the GSMA Mobile 360 APAC 2024 conference here, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said those pillars would enable the harnessing of connectivity to drive progress, foster inclusivity and build a better future for all. ‘Firstly, implementing forward-thinking policies is crucial. These policies lay the groundwork for a vibrant ecosystem, ensuring inclusive and competitive connectivity. ‘The Malaysia JENDELA (National Digital Network) Plan exemplifies this commitment,

PUTRAJAYA, The Ministry of Health (MOH) today launched the Elderly Healthcare Services Action Plan 2023-2030 and the Dementia Action Plan 2023-2030. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said both plans outline the direction of elderly healthcare services up to 2030. He added that the plans include strategies to empower elderly healthcare, ensuring they remain healthy within the community through prevention and self-care programmes, alongside comprehensive, integrated healthcare services based on a ‘Patient-Centred Care’ approach. In addition, Dr Dzulkefly noted that one of the objectives is to expand access to primary healthcare services for the elderly, particularly through rural clinics,

SEREMBAN, A lorry driver pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here today to a charge of driving under the influence of drugs, which caused the death of a woman last Friday. Jimhar Albasar, 30, was charged with driving a Nissan lorry under the influence of methamphetamine, which led to the death of Mutia Sharinia Erpie Mustapa, 31, at Jalan Persiaran Negeri, Nilai, at 4.15 pm on Sept 27. The charge, framed under Section 44 (1)(a) of the Road Transport Act 1987 carries a prison sentence of between 10 and 15 years, and a fine of RM50,000 to RM100,000, upon

SINGAPORE, United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE: UMC; TWSE: 2303) (‘UMC’), a leading global semiconductor foundry, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ngee Ann Polytechnic (‘NP’) to enhance training for engineering talents and expand the workforce for the growing semiconductor industry. In a ceremony held today, the MOU was signed by Michael Hsu, Vice President of Singapore Operations at UMC, and Tan Wei Lian, Director of School of Engineering at NP. The signing was witnessed by Stan Hung, Chairman of UMC, and Lim Kok Kiang, Principal and CEO at NP. Source: BERNAMA News Agency