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PELAN JANA SEMULA EKONOMI NEGARA (PENJANA) 5 JUN 2020
June 10, 2020
New Malaysia | Fuel Subsidy | Jun 10, 2020 @ 11:00
Ministry says ceiling prices for petrol, diesel still in force
The ceiling retail prices for fuel is still in force and the government did not rescind the price control order on RON95 petrol and diesel.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Scandals: M Aman | Jun 10, 2020 @ 12:00
AG outlines factors that led to Musa’s freedom from prosecution
An affidavit affirmed by former Attorney-General Tan Sri Abdul Gani Patail was a factor that won Tan Sri Musa Aman his freedom from prosecution on 43 corruption charges.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Covid-19 RMCO | Jun 10, 2020 @ 11:00
New RMCO rules vs CMCO rules: Water theme parks, karaoke centres, playgrounds in malls not allowed
Malaysia will be starting its recovery movement control order (RMCO) today, which is a new phase that offers more relaxed rules for Malaysians in line with the improving Covid-19 situation in the country.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Scandals: M Aman | Jun 10, 2020 @ 07:00
AGC cites Gani’s affidavit among factors in dropping case
The Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) defended its decision to withdraw the charges against former Sabah chief minister Tan Sri Musa Aman, citing an affidavit by former AG Tan Sri Abdul Gani Patail as one of the main factors.|Read more >|TheStar
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PELAN JANA SEMULA EKONOMI NEGARA (PENJANA) 5 JUN 2020
June 09, 2020
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 09, 2020 @ 19:00
Pakatan says meeting with Dr Mahathir, Shafie ‘very positive’, decision to be made in a week
An impromptu meeting between leaders of Pakatan Harapan’s (PH) component parties with Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia and Parti Warisan Sabah today showed a “very positive” progress, the pact said today.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Covid-19 RMCO | Jun 09, 2020 @ 17:00
RMCO still requires public to comply with SOPs
The public is reminded to continue exercising self-discipline in carrying out preventive measures against Covid-19 as the country enters the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) tomorrow.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 09, 2020 @ 17:00
Dr Mahathir and co sue Muhyiddin, others over disputed sacking from Bersatu
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and four other MPs today filed a lawsuit to challenge Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia’s (Bersatu) termination of their memberships and effectively their leadership roles almost two weeks ago, besides also seeking compensation.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Covid-19 RMCO | Jun 09, 2020 @ 16:00
Country's borders remain closed, says Ismail Sabri
The nation's borders remain closed to foreigners but the government will give some leeway to Malaysians seeking to travel abroad, says Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | Govt Assistance | Jun 09, 2020 @ 16:00
Outcomes of BPN appeal to be known in mid-June: Tengku Zafrul
The outcomes of Bantuan Prihatin Nasional (BPN) appeals will be released in mid-June, according to Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 09, 2020 @ 16:00
Dr Mahathir at PKR HQ to meet with Anwar, Pakatan allies
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad made a rare appearance at the PKR headquarters today to meet with Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and other Pakatan Harapan leaders amid continued rumours of a possible change of government.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Govt Assistance | Jun 09, 2020 @ 15:00
One-year free licence for hawkers in Labuan
Federal Territories Ministry has agreed to offer free licence through its agency Labuan Corporation to street hawkers for a year beginning this month.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Scandals | Jun 09, 2020 @ 12:00
Penang PAS Youth leader lodges MACC report against Guan Eng, Tommy Thomas
A PAS Youth leader has lodged a report with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission against former finance minister Lim Guan Eng and former attorney general Tommy Thomas over abuse of power.|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | Scandals | Jun 09, 2020 @ 12:00
Musa Aman acquitted of 46 charges
The Kuala Lumpur High Court has acquitted and discharged former Sabah chief minister Tan Sri Musa Aman after prosecution withdraws all 46 charges of corruption and money-laundering against him in connection with timber concession contracts in the state today.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Scandals | Jun 09, 2020 @ 12:00
Peter Anthony questioned by MACC over alleged corruption
State Infrastructure Development Minister Datuk Peter Anthony has been called in by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to assist investigations into an alleged corruption case involving a land deal.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | 1MDB | Jun 09, 2020 @ 12:00
High Court bins MACC’s forfeiture suit against Jakel Trading, Johor Baru BN over 1MDB funds
The High Court here today dismissed the application by the prosecution to forfeit a sum of RM1.31 million from Jakel Trading and Johor Bahru Barisan Nasional (BN), allegedly related to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) fraudulent fund scandal.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Govt Assistance | Jun 09, 2020 @ 09:00
Socso to relax wage subsidy programme
The Social Security Organisation (Socso) will relax several conditions involving the Wage Subsidy Programme.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Govt: State | Jun 09, 2020 @ 09:00
Foreigners no longer allowed to apply for hawker licences in S'gor, says Rodziah
Foreigners will no longer be allowed to apply for hawking licences in Selangor, says state Entrepreneur Development Committee chairman Rodziah Ismail.|Read more >|TheStar
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PELAN JANA SEMULA EKONOMI NEGARA (PENJANA) 5 JUN 2020
June 08, 2020
New Malaysia | Covid-19 RMCO | Jun 08, 2020 @ 15:00
Parents will get two weeks’ notice before school reopens, says Dr Noor Hisham
Parents will be given two weeks’ notice before school reopens to allow them enough preparation time, said Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Govt: FT | Jun 08, 2020 @ 19:00
FT minister: Labuan blueprint set for adjustment to be in line with current economic, political scenario
The Labuan Development Blueprint 2030 is set for a total adjustment to tailor it to the current economic trends, political development changes, and Covid-19 pandemic atmosphere.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 08, 2020 @ 18:00
Stricter SOPs for KL markets from June 15
Business operators and traders, from June 15, not only must observe the new normal but also adhere to stricter regulations set by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) under its newly-released standard operating procedures (SOPs).|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 08, 2020 @ 18:00
MySejahtera contact tracing app required to enjoy RM50 e-wallet credit
Malaysians are required to download the MySejahtera mobile application if they wish to enjoy the RM50 e-wallet credit that was announced by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin under the National Economic Recover Plan (Penjana).|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 08, 2020 @ 15:00
States must obey RMCO, says Ismail
All states have to adhere to and implement the standard operating procedures (SOPs) under the recovery movement control order (RMCO) that was announced by the federal government.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 08, 2020 @ 15:00
All govt services fully operational during RMCO, says chief secretary to govt
All government services are fully operational during the implementation of the recovery movement control order (RMCO) which will take effect from Wednesday to Aug 31, said the Chief Secretary to the Government Datuk Seri Mohd Zuki Ali.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Govt: MoH | Jun 08, 2020 @ 07:00
‘Report cancer cases online’
Doctors must now report all new cancer cases through an online system to the National Cancer Registry to allow the Health Ministry to get an accurate picture of the number of such cases and to provide effective treatment.|Read more >|TheStar
June 07, 2020
New Malaysia | Govt: FT | Jun 07, 2020 @ 22:00
Federal Development action council to be established soon: FT Minister
The Federal Development Action Council (FDAC) will be established soon to oversee economic development in the federal territories of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan, said Federal Territories Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 07, 2020 @ 18:00
KL mayor says yes to opening all markets, bazaars from June 15
The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will allow morning markets, night markets and bazaars to operate from June 15 onwards under the recovery movement control order (RMCO).|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 07, 2020 @ 17:00
Penang may not enforce RMCO just yet
Penang will be enforcing the newly announced Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) once the state fine tunes the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on the matter in the coming week.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 07, 2020 @ 17:00
Key points in recovery MCO
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin (pix) today announced the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) starting from June 10 to Aug 31 to replace the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) which ends on Tuesday.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 07, 2020 @ 16:00
PM: Malaysia will enter normalisation phase after Aug 31 if rakyat remains disciplined during RMCO
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said today Malaysia will enter a normalisation phase after August 31 if Malaysians continue to remain disciplined and obey the standard operating procedures (SOP) in place under the recovery movement control order (RMCO).|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 07, 2020 @ 16:00
Only five-member voluntary patrol team allowed in green zones starting June 20, says Ismail Sabri
Voluntary patrol scheme (SRS) will be allowed in green zones starting June 20, says Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 07, 2020 @ 15:00
CMCO to end, replaced with RMCO until Aug 31
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin today announced that the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) currently enforced will end June 9 and will be replaced with the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO).|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Govt: EC | Jun 07, 2020 @ 14:00
Voting registration for 18-year-olds not yet implemented, says EC
The registration process for 18-year-old voters has not yet been implemented, said Election Commission (EC) chairman Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun.|Read more >|TheStar
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New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 07, 2020 @ 11:00
Extension of operating hours at UTC allows people to settle personal errands on time
The government’s decision to extend the operating hours at Urban Transformation Centers (UTC) effective next month has brought relief to many people with backlog of personal errands to settle. especially the frontliners.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | 1MDB | Jun 07, 2020 @ 10:00
1MDB: Govt would reject RM12.8bil Goldman Sachs settlement
MALAYSIA would reject a settlement offer of even as much as US$3 billion (RM12.8 billion) from Goldman Sachs, should it suggest the amount as compensation for its role in the 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) financial scandal, Reuters reported.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 07, 2020 @ 07:00
Hosting a virtual Parliament sitting: Malaysian youth initiative out to show how it can be done
We are already at the midpoint of the year and Putrajaya has yet to hold a full Parliament sitting. To say this is highly unusual is an understatement.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 07, 2020 @ 07:00
Is there fire behind the smoke?
Rumours are flying thick and fast. Malaysians believe there’s no smoke without fire.|Read more >|TheStar
June 06, 2020
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 06, 2020 @ 21:00
Jais to conduct online pre-marriage course beginning June 13
The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) will conduct the Islamic Pre-Marriage Course (KPPI) via online, beginning June 13.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Kg Baru redevelopment | Jun 06, 2020 @ 21:00
PKB: Malay Agricultural Settlement Board has no more control over Kampung Baru
The Malay Agricultural Settlement (MAS) Board no longer has a role in seeing to land administration management and town planning matters in Kampung Baru.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Chini by-election | Jun 06, 2020 @ 10:00
PKR not contesting in Chini by-election
PKR will not be fielding any candidate for the upcoming Chini by-election, out of concern for the health and safety of the voters there, in lieu of the Covid-19 outbreak.|Read more >|SunDaily
June 05, 2020
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 05, 2020 @ 22:00
Country not ready for general election - Dr M
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has cast doubts that anyone else from Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s administration will step down after former deputy works minister Datuk Shahruddin Md Salleh tendered his resignation.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 05, 2020 @ 20:00
Unlikely more will join Shahruddin in ditching Muhyiddin, says Dr Mahathir
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has cast doubts that anyone else from Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s administration will step down after former deputy works minister Datuk Shahruddin Md Salleh tendered his resignation.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 05, 2020 @ 16:00
Muhyiddin unveils RM35 billion Economic Recovery Plan
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin today unveiled the RM35 billion Economic Recovery Plan (ERP) with the theme Generating the economy together.|Read more >|SunDaily
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New Malaysia | New Initiatives | Jun 05, 2020 @ 16:00
Perak to set up two transit centres for the homeless
The Perak government plans to set up a transit centre to house homeless folk in the city.|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 05, 2020 @ 15:00
Bersatu Supreme Council confirms five memberships nullified, recognises Muhyiddin as acting chairman
Bersatu Supreme Council in its meeting last night confirmed that the party membership of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and four others had been nullified, and recognised Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin the party’s acting chairman.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 05, 2020 @ 15:00
Putrajaya issues guidelines on contactless learning, other Covid-19 prevention measures for schools
Contactless learning will be part of the new normal when schools begin opening again eventually, according to the 32-page guideline issued by the Ministry of Education together with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the National Security Council.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 05, 2020 @ 15:00
Private schools must set up committees for reopening
Private education institutions must set up special committees to oversee school management and operations and ensure that Covid-19 safety measures are in line with the Education Ministry's School Reopening Management guidelines.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | DUI Propositions | Jun 05, 2020 @ 15:00
IGP: Mandatory jail sentence effective deterrence against drink driving
A mandatory jail sentence would be an effective deterrence against drink driving, says the country’s top cop.|Read more >|TheStar
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June 05, 2020
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 05, 2020 @ 15:00
Bersatu Supreme Council confirms five memberships nullified, recognises Muhyiddin as acting chairman
Bersatu Supreme Council in its meeting last night confirmed that the party membership of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and four others had been nullified, and recognised Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin the party’s acting chairman.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 05, 2020 @ 15:00
Putrajaya issues guidelines on contactless learning, other Covid-19 prevention measures for schools
Contactless learning will be part of the new normal when schools begin opening again eventually, according to the 32-page guideline issued by the Ministry of Education together with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the National Security Council.|Read more >|Malaymail
June 04, 2020
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 04, 2020 @ 20:00
‘Pakatan Plus’ meets amid Putrajaya takeover rumours, but PKR and Anwar absent yet again
Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad held a meeting with top leaders from Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Parti Warisan Sabah today, amid intensifying rumours that the pact is on the way to achieving majority in the Dewan Rakyat.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 04, 2020 @ 19:00
Deputy Works Minister resigns from govt
Deputy Works Minister Datuk Shahruddin Md Salleh announced today that he had officially resigned from the Cabinet. His resignation took effect immediately.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 04, 2020 @ 15:00
Unregistered daycare centres told to register with Women and Family Ministry
Unregistered daycare centres should make themselves legal by registering before operating, urged Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 04, 2020 @ 15:00
2 more Bersatu leaders fired from their posts
After months of infighting and a series of sacking, Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has relieved another two members from their respective posts.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | New Propositions | Jun 04, 2020 @ 07:00
Perak to review policy on alcohol sale and consumption
Perak will review its policy on the selling and consumption of alcohol in the state, says Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu.|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | Facts and Stats | Jun 04, 2020 @ 00:00
Socso: Job losses increase by 42pct in Q1
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, job losses in the country has increased by 42 per cent year-on-year for this first quarter (Q1 2020), according to the Social Security Organisation's (Socso) Employment Insurance System (EIS).|Read more >|NST
June 03, 2020
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 03, 2020 @ 21:00
Child care centres can resume operations: Rina Harun
Child care centres are now allowed to resume operation by complying with the Guidelines on Prevention of Covid-19 Infection Post-Movement Control Order for Safety at Child Care Centres, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rina Harun.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 03, 2020 @ 16:00
Download MySejahtera app first before visiting Perak local govt offices
Those who wish to visit state and local government offices in Perak must first download the MySejahtera app, Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu said.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Govt: MoE | Jun 03, 2020 @ 16:00
109,617 SPM school leavers get further studies offer for 2020/2021 sessions
A total of 109,617 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2019 school leavers have been offered places at public universities (UA), Institute of Teacher Education (IPG), matriculation colleges (KM), polytechnics, community colleges and Public Skills Training Institutes (ILKA) to pursue further studies for the 2020/2021 academic session, the Higher Education Ministry (KPT) said.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 03, 2020 @ 07:00
Health DG: Govt may still use Act to monitor situation
The government may still need to impose the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act even if all economic sectors have been opened up, said Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 02, 2020 @ 23:00
Nearly 70% of workforce back at work as of May 17: Tengku Zafrul
Some 10.25 million people, or 67.2% of the workforce, returned to work as of May 17, up from 6.64 million people or 43.6% a week earlier (May 10), according to Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.|Read more >|SunDaily
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June 02, 2020
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 02, 2020 @ 20:00
Dr M and Co: Termination went against Bersatu's constitution
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, his son Datuk Seri Mukhriz and three other Members of Parliament reiterated that they are still Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) members.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 02, 2020 @ 19:00
Micro SMEs can check their application for GKP from tomorrow onwards, says Tengku Zafrul
Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) can check on their application status for the Prihatin Special Grant (GKP) from June 3, 2020 onwards, said Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz today.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Govt Assistance | Jun 02, 2020 @ 17:00
Tengku Zafrul: M'sia's next economic stimulus zooms on 3 key goals
Malaysia's soon-to-be-unveiled Economic Recovery Plan (ERP) will focus on three main goals: empowering the rakyat, propelling businesses and stimulating the economy.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | New Propositions | Jun 02, 2020 @ 17:00
DBKL freezes applications for new liquor licences
City Hall (DBKL) has imposed a freeze on new applications for liquor licenses with immediate effect.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Govt: State | Jun 02, 2020 @ 15:00
State govt in shock as Fed Govt pulls funding for Penang Hill cable car project
The state government is in shock, as they have been informed that the Federal Government has pulled the plug on the RM100mil Penang Hill cable car project, says Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | New Propositions | Jun 02, 2020 @ 15:00
Govt to consider suggestions to review law on alcohol sale: Zuraida
The Ministry of Housing and Local Government is prepared to consider suggestions to review laws on the sale of alcoholic in view that there has been an increase in road accidents involving drunk drivers recently.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 02, 2020 @ 10:00
MACC confirms unfreezing of tycoon’s accounts by ex-AG under investigation
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that it will start investigations into reports of a purported lifting of a freeze on a business tycoon’s accounts by two top officials of the previous Pakatan Harapan (PH) government.|Read more >|Malaymail
June 01, 2020
New Malaysia | Govt Assistance | Jun 01, 2020 @ 22:00
MOH plans to increase number of nurseries at gov’t hospitals
The Ministry of Health (MOH) plans to increase the number of nurseries in government hospitals to 146, from the current 112, says Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Overhaul Corruption | Jun 01, 2020 @ 18:00
MACC enforces corporate liability law today
The enforcement of a new provision of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009 regarding graft offences involving commercial organisations comes into effect today.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | New Propositions | Jun 01, 2020 @ 16:00
FT Minister: Stop issuing liquor licences until new guidelines in place, laws revised
Federal Territories Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa has called for the government to stop issuing licences for liquor sales until new guidelines are in place and the law has been revised.|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | Jun 01, 2020 @ 13:00
Dr Mahathir: Bersatu will crumble
Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) is doomed, predicted its former chairman, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | Jun 01, 2020 @ 11:00
Selangor Sultan extends ban on Friday prayers at mosques by one month to June 30 due to Covid-19, except in 39 mosques
The Selangor Sultan today extended a ban on Friday prayers being held in Selangor mosques by one month to June 30 as part of measures to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 virus, except for 39 selected mosques previously allowed to host such prayers with limited numbers of individuals.|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | New Propositions | Jun 01, 2020 @ 08:00
Air Selangor to implement new guidelines beginning June
Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd (Air Selangor) will implement new guidelines issued by the National Water Service Commission (SPAN), effective June.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | New Propositions | Jun 01, 2020 @ 08:00
Cuepacs urges govt to expedite early redemption of GCR
The Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (Cuepacs) has called on the government to expedite the implementation of early redemption of Accumulated Leave of GCR (Gantian Cuti Rehat) as announced in the 2020 Budget last year.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Govt Assistance | Jun 01, 2020 @ 08:00
Easing the burden of residential electricity customers
Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) is now offering its residential customers the option to make instalment payments for their electricity bills amongst its other relief measures.|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | 2020 political crisis | May 31, 2020 @ 23:00
'Bersatu 5 have more than fair chance
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and four other members of parliament must first overcome the applicability of Section 18C of the Societies Act 1966 if they plan to challenge their expulsion from Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) in court.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Covid-19 | May 31, 2020 @ 20:00
More economic sectors to open, if good Covid-19 SOP adherence continues
More economic sectors involving locals can be reopened, should Malaysia continue to record low Covid-19 cases.|Read more >|NST
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Covid-19 RM10bil Government Assistance & Aid for SMEs
announced on April 06, 2020
In addition to the RM250bil economic stimulus package announced on March 27, 2020, the government unveiled a new RM10bil stimulus package to aid SMEs' cashflow.
[Full text] PM's speech on Additional Prihatin SME Economic Stimulus Package|Read more >|NST
Wage subsidy programme
The government will increase the wage subsidy of monthly RM600 per worker in accordance with the size of the company.
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RM600 for companies with up to 200 pax (previously limited to 100 pax)
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RM800 for companies with 76 to 200 pax
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RM1200 for companies with up to 75 pax
This assistance is for a 3-month period
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only for local employees
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Prihatin Special SME Grant
A RM2.1bil Prihatin Special Grant for all SME companies that qualify.
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a Special Grant of RM3,000 to each company, and is expected to benefit nearly 700,000 micro SMEs nationwide.
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The SMEs must register with the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) to enjoy this facility.
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The Government will obtain a list of eligible SMEs from the Local Authorities and Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM).
Micro Credit Schemes
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Abolish the 2% interest rate for the Micro Credit Scheme under Bank Simpanan Nasional.
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The National Entrepreneur Group Economic Fund (Tekun Nasional) will also offer RM200 million in microloans with a maximum loan limit of RM10,000 per company at no interest.
To support the delivery of the Prihatin initiative, the IMSME.com.my portal operated by Credit Guarantee Corporation (CGC) with the support of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is ready to accept the small and medium enterprises (SME) loan applications.
Negotiable Terms of Employment
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The government has agreed to encourage negotiations between employers and employees on the terms of their employment, including the option to deduct salaries, and to allow unpaid leave during the MCO.
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Employers and employees can refer to the Labour Department to obtain advise in regards to any problems arising from a resolution. Negotiations have to be based on employment laws of the country.
Discount on Foreign workers' permit
Discount on foreign workers' permit.
Tax deduction for private premise owners to reduce rental
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The government has appealed to owners of private premises to reduce rental rates for to SMEs during the MCO and three months after it ends.
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They will be given additional tax deductions equal to the amount of rent reduction from April to June. This is subject to the condition that they reduce the rental by at least 30% during that period.
Auto moratorium for statutory documents submission
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The government has granted an automatic moratorium of 30 days to allow companies to submit statutory documents to the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) from the last date of the MCO.
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* The filing of the companies financial statements is also extended for three months from the last date of the MCO. The flexibility is given to companies with financial years ending Sept 30 until Dec 31. Companies will have to apply for this flexibility from SSM and no late charges will be charged.
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Special allowance of RM600 for health and medical personnel.
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Special allowance of RM200 for members of the armed forces, police, custom, immigration, Fire and Rescue Department, Civil Defence Force and the People’s Volunteer Corps (Rela).
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A one-off payment of RM600 for taxi drivers.
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Deferment of income tax instalment payments for three months for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Loan & tax Deferments
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Moratorium on loan repayments to Tekun, Mara, cooperatives and other government agencies for SMEs.
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Deferment of the Skills Development Fund Corporation (PTPK) loan repayment for six months.
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Deferment of income tax instalments for six months for business in the tourism sector.
Discounts & Free Utilities
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A discount of 15% on electricity bill for the tourism sector and two per cent for the commercial, industrial, agricultural and household sectors in Peninsular Malaysia.
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Discount on electricity consumption, whereby the government and Tenaga Nasional Berhad would allocate another RM530mil to provide discounts of between 15 and 50 per cent based on the electricity consumption with a maximum of 600 kilowatts per month.
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Free high-speed Internet of 1GB daily for all postpaid and prepaid customers of Celcom, Digi, Maxis and U Mobile during the enforcement of the Movement Control Order (MCO).