Pernas Plays Pivotal Role in the Franchise Sector

Gearing up to play a pivotal role in thrusting more entrepreneurs, as an investment holding company owned by Minister of Finance Incorporated (MOF Inc.), Perbadanan Nasional Berhad (Pernas) appears to be the driving force that is mandated to develop the franchise industry since 2004.

Will The SEA Aviation Industry Bounce Back Soon?

Domestic air travel is recovering with the easing of international air restrictions while in the South East Asian region, Singapore, for example, earlier this month agreed that Germany and Brunei travellers are allowed in the tiny republic. Signs are that other countries in the region will follow suit because air travel is needed to drive economic growth.

Leaves No One Behind

Amirudin Shari, Dato’ Menteri Besar Selangor

German economy – still no revolution

Teaser: The general election to the German parliament will take place on the 26th of September, though this time, Chancellor Angela Merkel is not running for re-election. Will it make a significant difference to Germany's economic policy in the future?

Fresh St Grocer Brings Offline Success Online

Spotlight On Malaysian Businesses:

Top 5 Cryptos

With The Biggest Market Cap Growth in 2021

Eatcosys: Helping F&B Entrepreneurs Make The Right Digital Leap

Technology has impacted every facet of our country. For the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry, technology has brought about a new and enhanced manner to operate, from the purchasing of raw materials, right down to the customers’ experience.

Malaysia's Digital Economy Drive

Increases Demand For Technology Talents

Going, Going, Gone: An Introduction To Art Auction

Art is an investment that grows in value and art auctions is where the magic happens with A-list collectors and bidding wars that sets the tone for art enthusiasts.

Warm Greetings from Malaysia's Eden of Nature and Animals – Farm in The City!

Farm In The City (FITC) is a unique theme park that combines the thrills of wildlife with the beauty of nature. The park is partially cageless where visitors can get up close and personal with more than 100 species of animals ranging from the usual farm animals to rare and exotic ones.

Moving Ahead With Fiscal Policy

The Covid-19 pandemic is a major challenge for countries around the world. It has tested the strength and resilience of almost all countries in one way or another.

Malaysian Pavilion At CAEXPO 2021 Generated RM572 Million Sales

Malaysian-made products and services at the 18th China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) 2021 managed to generate RM572 million in potential sales upon its conclusion.

Managing Perceptions Is As Crucial As Managing The Economy

This year got off to a tough start, with an increase of covid cases, hospitals bulging at the seams, a rising mortality toll, businesses going bankrupt, and significant unemployment among the general public.

Step Into The Trodden Path Of CPTPP Cautiously

Discussions are up in the air again among policymakers as to whether they should ratify the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for TransPacific Partnership (CPTPP), a new acronym for the earlier botched Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPPA).

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Fully Digital MIHAS 2021 To Boost Halal Industry

The 17th edition of The Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2021), hosted by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) and organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), which started on September 9, 2021 will for the first time be accessible until Dec 31, 2021.

Menopause And Heart Disease: Is There A Link?

During the start of perimenopause, a woman’s body gradually produces less estrogen and progesterone (the hormones that regulate menstruation)

Climate Change Is The Only Constant

Reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has emerged as one of the most monumental challenges of our times. The planet continues to reel from global warming caused by human activities. The effects can be seen in the frequency of natural disasters blamed on climate change.

UDA CHAMPIONS AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR ALL MALAYSIANS

According to the Ministry of Housing and Local Government, the definition of “affordable” housing is residential units priced at RM300,000 and below.

NATIONAL RECOVERY HINGES ON VACCINATION, LOOK OUT FOR THESE SUCCESS FACTORS

National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme Coordinating Minister Khairy Jamaluddin mentioned that the next three months will be crucial for the vaccination campaign.

VACCINES FOR ALL TOURISM, TRAVEL AND HOSPITALITY FRONTLINERS

OYO welcomes the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture (MOTAC)’s recent media statement reiterating its commitment to collaborate with the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) to prioritise the vaccination of frontliners from Malaysia’s tourism sector who are working during the Movement Control Order (MCO) 3.0.

HELPING SMES ACHIEVE RECURRING GROWTH AMIDST CHALLENGING TIMES

When the pandemic hit countries worldwide, livelihood and business operations were at stake. Disruption took place at every level and businesses had to respond on multiple fronts in order to safeguard their operational viability, which came under strain from the shock that affected supply chains.

BEATING THE STRESS OF WORKING FROM HOME

We’ve known for years that most people don’t like working from home (WFH) for more than one or two days a week, but the pandemic has meant millions of people have been forced to WFH for extended periods. So what does the research evidence tell us the stresses of WFH and how to tackle them ?

TRAVEL THROUGH YOUR PLATE TO THE MEDITERRANEAN

Long- known as a culinary tradition that is a breath-taking amalgamation of culturesaround the Mediterranean basin, Mediterranean cuisine has been hailed as not only for its palate-pleasing quality with an abundance fresh vegetables, fruits, seafood and herbs and spices, but is also lauded for its health benefits.

LEADING THE WAY FOR A CLEANER AND SUSTAINABLE CITY

In 2013, frustrated garbage contractors had dumped some 250 tonnes of collected waste along the MRR2 as a result of the lack of proper care needed to run the Taman Beringin transfer station.

AN URGENT NEED TO CLOSE THE DIGITAL SKILLS DIVIDE AMID THE PANDEMIC

Recent events of new Covid-19 outbreaks across the region are reminding us that there is still a long road ahead of us before life could return to a semblance of normalcy, and that the coronavirus’ impact is hitting the developing and least developed world especially hard, worsening the economic and social gap.

PROGRESSING TOWARDS BUILDING A GREENER ECONOMY

The goal of reaching a net zero carbon emission by a certain year has made its way to the top of many corporate missions over the last couple of years. Corporate giants are more aware than ever of the importance of integrating green and sustainable practices into their operations for a better future.

CHAMPIONING SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY

The impact of the Coronavirus was felt across multiple industries and some of the more impacted ones included the tourism industry. International borders were locked and in most countries, even domestic travelling was banned for months.

PORTS GOING GREEN

In a 2 part-series, Nazery Khalid looks at efforts made by container port operators and authorities to reduce their carbon footprint.