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DOSM: Malaysia’s job market stable amid global supply crisis
PUTRAJAYA, July 10 — Malaysia’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.0 per cent in May 2026, with 513,400 people unemployed, according to the latest data from the Department of Statistics […]
Selangor reviewing terminal operators as Carey Island port awaits MOT licence for September start, says MB
BANDUNG, July 10 — Selangor is ready to break ground on the proposed third port terminal on Carey Island as early as September, subject to the Ministry of Transport’s (MOT) […]
MAIS clarifies Friday‑prayer approval at Musala IOI City Mall was granted with Selangor Sultan’s consent in 2024
SHAH ALAM, July 10 — The Selangor Islamic Religious Council (MAIS) has clarified that permission to conduct Friday prayers at the Musala IOI City Mall, Putrajaya, was granted from September […]
MACC remands 33, including 10 enforcement officers, over visa bribery syndicate
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has remanded 33 individuals, including enforcement officers and civil servants, in a coordinated operation across Putrajaya and three states, over […]
Malaysia’s growth expected to hold at 4-5pc despite external uncertainties, says BNM governor
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — Malaysia’s economy continues to show resilient growth despite the ongoing West Asia conflict, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said. The […]
BNM governor says OPR adjustments will be data‑dependent on growth and inflation trends
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — At its current level of 2.75 per cent, the overnight policy rate (OPR) remains appropriate and consistent with Malaysia’s growth and inflation trajectory, said Bank […]
Johor polls: Teo questions rationale for appointed assemblymen, says unity govt delivering step‑by‑step reforms
PALOH, July 10 — Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching yesterday questioned the rationale and true motive behind the Johor state government’s decision to create appointed state assemblyman positions. Teo, […]
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim extends warm 101st birthday wishes to Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today extended birthday wishes to former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, who turns 101, in a Facebook post […]
Penang to gazette first-ever Seberang Perai Local Plan by October, Chow says
SEBERANG PERAI, July 10 — Penang expects to gazette its first-ever Seberang Perai Local Plan by October this year, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said today. He said this will […]
Budget 2027 to emphasise sustainable, inclusive, people‑focused growth under Madani Economy, says MOF
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — The government will emphasise sustainable, inclusive and people-centric economic growth, in line with the Madani Economy Framework: Empowering the People, in formulating Budget 2027. The […]