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Sabah is collaborating with the Finance Ministry to strengthen the targeted diesel subsidy scheme after its recent rollout exposed operational gaps. A federal-state meeting scheduled for July 17 will address stakeholder concerns.
Southeast Asian nations intensify efforts against online crime and gambling while pursuing infrastructure projects and strengthening regional defence partnerships. Border tensions continue displacing civilians in Cambodia.
Over 200 economists and researchers, including 15 Nobel laureates, have issued a joint statement urging governments and tech companies to develop policies addressing AI's rapid economic transformation and workforce displacement risks.
Malaysia's Parliament advanced legislation on competition law and rice industry regulation during its third sitting week, while debating human rights, healthcare digitalisation and the 1MDB debt burden totalling RM51.4 billion.
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DAP's Lim Guan Eng has challenged Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi to translate stated commitments to small businesses into tangible policy measures, specifically calling for loan relief and EPF adjustments.
Malaysia's Cabinet has agreed to conduct a comprehensive review of the e-invoice system and mandatory EPF contributions for foreign workers, potentially postponing both measures to ease pressure on businesses facing global economic uncertainties.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim pledges streamlined loan approvals for Malaysian MSMEs, announcing RM15 billion in financing support and faster processing timelines through government-backed schemes.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has directed the Second Finance Minister to investigate allegations that petrol station operators sustained significant losses during the transition to Malaysia's targeted fuel subsidy programme.
Malaysia's chief statistician has highlighted the need to boost Bumiputera participation in high-growth economic sectors despite overall wage improvements, using newly launched data analytics platforms to track progress.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for Malaysia's rural development strategy to integrate with global economic priorities, positioning the National Rural Economic Agenda as a critical blueprint for balanced national growth.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has highlighted the government's progress in delivering expanded cash assistance to families under the Madani reforms, pointing to improved efficiency and increased payouts reaching RM1,800 for eligible recipients.
Malaysia is coordinating the launch of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone master plan with a Malaysia-Singapore Leaders' Retreat in the fourth quarter to reinforce investor confidence and secure bilateral commitment at the highest political level.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi underscores the pivotal role of micro, small and medium enterprises in Malaysia's economy, representing 97 per cent of business transactions and contributing significantly to employment and GDP growth.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected top-down bureaucratic approaches to developing Bumiputera entrepreneurs, instead championing a mentorship model where experienced business leaders guide emerging companies. PUNB launches SPaRK 2026 targeting RM2.25 billion in financing approvals.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has repositioned Bumiputera empowerment as a collective responsibility spanning all government ministries and agencies rather than isolated institutions, unveiled through the Bumiputera Economic Transformation Plan 2035.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has launched SParK 2026, a comprehensive entrepreneurship framework aimed at strengthening Bumiputera business participation. Permodalan Nasional Bhd commits RM2.25 billion in financing support.
Barisan Nasional candidate Syed Hussien Syed Abdullah is pitching a strategic model for Mahkota that connects rural communities to high-paying urban employment while maintaining affordable living standards through improved transport infrastructure.
Malaysia's parliament has prioritized discussions on reforming SUHAKAM's financial independence and addressing the widening disconnect between official inflation rates and actual living costs faced by households.
Malaysia's government is executing 120 decisions through its National Economic Action Council to address the global supply crisis, with 27 fully implemented and 93 in progress, focusing on protecting MSMEs and essential goods supply.
Malaysia's Cabinet will establish a high-level committee next week to tackle foreign worker challenges across sectors including food and beverage, addressing acute labour shortages affecting the economy.
Malaysia's labour market has remained stable through the first half of 2026, with job losses declining 20 per cent to 6,197 unemployed individuals. Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah credited government intervention programmes for helping workers return to employment.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has chaired the 149th Meeting of Menteris Besar and Chief Ministers to address pressing economic, water, and food security challenges facing Malaysia amid ongoing global uncertainty.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has convened the 149th meeting of Menteris Besar and Chief Ministers to chart a unified approach toward revitalising Malaysia's economy, as geopolitical instability in the Middle East poses fresh challenges to regional growth.
Malaysia's state leaders gathered for their 149th meeting to chart strategies for economic recovery amid geopolitical tensions and climate challenges, emphasizing integrated policy implementation.
The Usahawan MADANI Mega 2026 entrepreneurship seminar drew 6,877 participants both in-person and online, earning a Malaysia Book of Records recognition for largest student participation in such an event.
Parliament reconvenes today with lawmakers set to question the government on the economic fallout from Strait of Hormuz disruptions, measures to improve the haj system, and safeguards against AI-generated child exploitation material.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet support has declined to 55.8%, marking its lowest level since her appointment last October, as households grapple with persistent inflation and regional security concerns.