SME News
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2020-07-07
Malaysia's digital economy now contributes one fifth to GDP
Malaysia’s digital economy is making large strides in its maturity, according to a new study by strategy consulting firm YCP Solidiance. However, with the future in mind, there is no room for complacency, and organisations of all sizes and shap...
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2020-07-07
Budget 2021 to focus on four broad themes, says finance minister
KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 — Budget 2021 to be unveiled on Nov 6, will be framed across 4 broad themes — caring for the people, steering the economy, sustainable living and enhancing public service delivery, according to Finance Minis...
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2020-07-06
‘Extending loan repayment moratorium will benefit employers, workers’
KUCHING: Extending the loan repayment moratorium by a further six months would help ease the financial burden faced by employers and workers alike, said Kuching Chinese General Chamber of Commerce and Industry secretary-general Jonathan Chai. &ldq...
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2020-07-06
Airbnb recommends govt to extend incentives in tourism sector
KUALA LUMPUR: Airbnb, an online marketplace for lodging, has urged the government to continue the inclusion of small and micro-entrepreneurs (SME) involved in the tourism industry in new business models, support and relief packages. "To furth...
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2020-07-06
Johor seeks RM1 bil federal funds to revive economy
ISKANDAR PUTERI: The Johor government is to ask the federal government for an allocation of RM1 billion to revive the state economy, which has been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic. Menteri Besar Hasni Mohammad said the allocation is especially i...