SME News
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2022-04-21
Top In Tech: Smart Manufacturing in Malaysia still at nascent stage
The arrival of Industry 4.0 has brought many rapid technological advancements and new possibilities. On Malaysian shores, the phenomenon is expected to accelerate the growth of the manufacturing sector. However, the harsh reality is that the vast maj...
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2022-04-21
AI role in improving customer experience in travel industry
THE travel and hospitality industry was among the hardest hit industries during the pandemic. For Malaysia, a country that boasts a thriving travel and tourism sector, this had an adverse impact on the economy. In the first nine months of 2020, to...
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2022-04-20
Higher minimum wage does not mean higher unemployment
PETALING JAYA: The implementation of a RM1,500 minimum monthly wage from May 1, with exemption for some sectors, is not expected to increase Malaysia’s unemployment rate, although it could have a negative impact on small and medium enterpr...
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2022-04-20
RCEP set to propel Malaysia's recovery plan
THE Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) agreement has been ratified by Malaysia, signalling an important part of the trade liberalisation process for the country. The agreement is noteworthy because it includes 30 per cent of the wo...
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2022-04-20
Retail traffic up after border reopening
THERE are already positive signs the country’s economy is starting to recover, say business associations. Malaysia Shopping Malls Association (PPK) southern region representative Farrer Tan said there was strong interest from new tenants and...