SME News
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2025-01-14
Employers voice concerns over EPF coverage extension and rising biz costs
EMPLOYERS are concerned about the proposed extension of Employees Provident Fund (EPF) coverage to non-Malaysian workers, including expatriates. This was raised by Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) president Mohd Effendy Abdul Ghani duri...
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2025-01-14
Malaysia’s 2025 growth steady at 5.0%, ringgit outlook positive
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's growth in 2025 is projected to remain steady at 5.0%, driven by robust domestic demand and improving business sentiment. The Standard Chartered Global Research team has revised its 2024 growth forecast upward to 5.2% f...
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2025-01-14
Consultations with stakeholders needed on EPF for foreign workers
KUALA LUMPUR: The government has been advised to engage stakeholders and set a clear policy in the implementation of the mandatory contribution for foreign labourers to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF). Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers and ...
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2025-01-14
Kerabu Bronok, Latok Among Featured Delicacies For ASEAN Delegations In Langkawi
PUTRAJAYA, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will showcase its unique identity throughout the ASEAN Chairmanship 2025 by offering a wide variety of local delicacies to thousands of foreign guests in attendance. Foreign Ministry secretary-general Datuk ...
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2025-01-14
Anwar: Malaysia Must Embrace Digital Transformation To Stay Ahead
ABU DHABI, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must embark on a digital transformation within its economic and financial sectors, prioritising areas such as blockchain and cryptocurrency to remain at the forefront of the digital age, said Prime Minister Dat...

