KOTA TINGGI, July 26 — The recent sponsorship from a liquor company to a Chinese school in Sepang was intended for a charity concert, not for school funds, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

KOTA TINGGI, July 26 — The Rural and Regional Development Ministry has rebranded the hardcore poor housing programme (PPRT) to Program Perumahan Rakyat Sejahtera (PPRS), which is aimed at changing its community's perception and mindset.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said those holding certificates and diplomas from the Skills Development Department (JPK) may apply for public service positions.

SANDAKAN, July 21 — Flood victims must register at a temporary relief centre to ensure compassionate aid is distributed appropriately.

PUTRAJAYA, July 19 — International tourist arrivals in Malaysia have increased significantly this year, with 9.48 million visitors as of May compared to 7.48 million tourists in the same period last year, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 — The Malaysian Halal Council is coordinating efforts with state governments to identify abandoned plots to grow the production of halal products, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 — The Rubber Industry Smallholders Development Authority (Risda) must explore new programmes to increase smallholders’ income, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi He said Risda should plan new reforms, not rely solely on the rubber sector. “The...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 — The threat of violence in Southeast Asia remains a concern but such threats are moderately low, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 — The Mental Health Crisis Helpline, HEAL 15555, has received over 48,000 calls related to suicidal behaviour from 2022 until June this year, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.

PASIR MAS, July 6 — The Rural and Regional Development Ministry will resolve the RM286.3 million loss from Mara Incorporated Sdn Bhd that was highlighted in the Auditor-General’s Report and ensure it does not recur, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

PASIR MAS, July 6 — Applications to join Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes have increased by 3.75 per cent from January to June this year, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 — The Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) recorded RM186 million in revenue in the first quarter (1Q) of 2024, up 3 per cent from 2023, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 — China is interested in collaborating with Malaysia in the halal industry, covering certification, services, and halal products, said Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Datuk Mohamad Alamin.

MARAN, June 30 — Barisan Nasional (BN) will continue to work with Pakatan Harapan in facing the 16th general election (GE16), said its chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 — The government takes a colour-blind stance in providing opportunities for Malaysians to attend Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

KOTA KINABALU, June 22 — The federal government allocated RM2.4 million last month to improve water pipelines in rural Sabah areas, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

PUTRAJAYA, June 21 — A Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution under the Youth and Sports Ministry and Rural and Regional Development Ministry will be converted into an e-sports training centre, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

PUTRAJAYA, June 19 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang, on his three-day official visit to Malaysia, was given an official welcome at Dataran Perdana here today.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 — The Special Cabinet Committee on Combating Drug Abuse today agreed to the proposed recommendations and amendments to the Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) Act 1983.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has proposed that sponsors of sports associations and events be eligible for tax deductions for their contributions to the nation's sports development.