Plans are in place to strengthen labour policies by updating existing laws to be more responsive to the needs of an ageing workforce.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government is focusing on strengthening national food security in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) through various initiatives touching on a more sustainable and resilient agrofood production, as well as the supply and distribution chain.

The monitoring and evaluation of performance will be improved through specific key performance indicators and macroeconomic indicators.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Governance of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) will be strengthened through the establishment of a dedicated TVET Commission to regulate TVET institutions and monitor strategies and initiatives under the National TVET Policy.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) focuses on developing a high-income and sustainable tourism sector by establishing special investment tourism zones, preserving tourism assets, and harnessing the country’s rich art, culture, and heritage.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government has set a target to place Malaysia in the ninth position on the Global Peace Index (GPI) by 2030, as outlined in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP).

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — A new and more comprehensive project management mechanism will be introduced to facilitate more strategic and effective planning and implementation of development projects.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government has outlined two key strategies to strengthen disaster management by enhancing the efficiency of governance, planning, and coordination of disaster mitigation efforts and improving the preparedness of security agencies in disaster response.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — A halal commission will be established, a sole entity responsible for halal governance and development, coordinating and facilitating industry needs while promoting investment.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The implementation of fiscal consolidation measures is expected to reduce the fiscal deficit to below three per cent and ensure that the debt level does not exceed 60 per cent of the country’s estimated gross domestic product (GDP).

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Malaysia will continue to progress as a developed nation based on its definition and values, embracing a free market system, becoming a top global investment destination, and leading the regional market by 2040.

SIBU, July 26 — The National Unity Ministry has submitted 21 initiatives to the Economy Ministry for consideration under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), which is scheduled to be tabled next week.

PUTRAJAYA, June 27 — Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan will perform the duties and functions of economy minister, said Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said there is no need to dissolve the Economy Ministry, and that new ministerial appointments will be made in due time.

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PUTRAJAYA, April 17 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the Economy Ministry have formed a special joint team to monitor projects approved by the ministry at the state and district levels.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 — The Dewan Rakyat has unanimously passed the Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) Bill 2025 today, paving the way for investment opportunities and economic growth.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 — Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Perlis and Putrajaya have reported zero hardcore poverty, based on eKasih data as of November 30, the Dewan Negara was told today.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 — The government does not intend to allow vehicles owned by non-citizens to enjoy the RON95 subsidy, said the Economy Ministry.

IPOH, Nov 25 — The People's Income Initiative (IPR) project that seeks to boost the income of the poor will continue in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.