Consider This: EPF Flexible Account - Restructuring and Reallocation Explained
EPF will launch a new Flexible Account on May 11th to give members access to a portion of their retirement savings. However the move has drawn mixed responses from the public and from experts. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Balqais Yusoff, Head of the Policy and Strategy Department at EPF, who led the teams that designed the restructuring for the accumulation phase, as well as to Dr Amjad Rabi, a social security economist who is currently a visiting expert at Universiti Malaya’s Social Wellbeing Research Centre.
Fri Apr 26 2024
Gabung 'soft' dan 'hard policy' untuk didik masyarakat tentang pemakanan sihat - Pakar
Kos sara hidup yang tinggi menjadi antara faktor kenapa masyarakat lebih memilih makanan kurang sihat kerana harganya yang lebih murah.
Fri Apr 26 2024
Consider This: STEM Education (Part 2) - How to Spark Curiosity & Interest in Science
In recent years, Malaysian educators and policymakers have expressed growing concern over the declining enrolment in STEM disciplines-crucial fields that underpin innovation and economic growth. What are the root causes behind this decline in academic interest, and are there potential strategies for revitalising interest in STEM education? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Mazidatulakmam Miskam, Senior Lecturer at USM’s School of Chemical Sciences.
Thu Apr 25 2024
Consider This: STEM Education (Part 1) - Why The Declining Interest in Pure Sciences?
In recent years, Malaysian educators and policymakers have expressed growing concern over the declining enrolment in STEM disciplines-crucial fields that underpin innovation and economic growth. What are the root causes behind this decline in academic interest, and are there potential strategies for revitalising interest in STEM education? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Mas Sahidayana Mohktar, Director of the Universiti Malaya STEM Centre.
Thu Apr 25 2024
AWANI Tonight: Is global net zero target in jeopardy?
The Energy Industries Council (EIC) highlights the widening gap between the industry's current reality and the ambitious global net zero targets set by policymakers to be achieved by 2050 as well as what it takes to fulfil the commitment.
Tue Apr 23 2024
Switzerland underestimated elderly women in climate case, plaintiff says
The Climate Senior Women group demanded that Switzerland design its climate policy in a way that would limit global warming to 1.5 C.
Fri Apr 12 2024
Opposition win in South Korea election to deepen policy stalemate for Yoon
Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and other senior aides had also offered to resign after the election defeat, it was reported.
Thu Apr 11 2024
Biden threatens change in US policy if Netanyahu fails to protect Gaza civilians
Joe Biden threatens to condition support for Israel's offensive in Gaza on it taking concrete steps to protect aid workers and civilians.
Fri Apr 05 2024
National HR Policy Framework launch on Labour Day, says Steven Sim
The framework will provide guidelines for the government in implementing Malaysia's human capital development programmes.
Tue Apr 02 2024
Consider This: New Public Housing? (Part 2) - Proposed PRR: Assessing Merits & Challenges
The Housing and Local Government Ministry is proposing a new model of public housing, to be named Program Residensi Rakyat. Amidst promises enhancing the quality of life for its residents, questions loom large regarding the feasibility and impact of this ambitious initiative. On #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Suraya Ismail, Director of Research at Khazanah Research Institute, where she focuses on Housing, Cities and Urbanisation. She’s a member of the Panel of Experts for the Ministry of Development and Local Government.
Mon Apr 01 2024
Consider This: OCC Guidelines (Part 2) - Impact on Online Curated Content Platforms
The rise of Online Curated Content (OCC) platforms has revolutionised how audiences consume media, presenting both opportunities and challenges for content creators, distributors, and regulators alike. Recently the Communications and Multimedia Content Forum of Malaysia released its self-regulation guidelines on online curated content. What does this mean for the industry and consumers? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Ruben Hattari, Director of Public Policy for Southeast Asia for Netflix.
Wed Mar 27 2024
Consider This: Google - AI Skills for Malaysian Youth, AI Tools for Govt
New initiatives have been announced between Google and the Government of Malaysia, focusing on youth upskilling and enhancing public service delivery. However the intersection of cloud-based, AI-powered tools and public governance raises questions of how Governments can mitigate risks while instilling public confidence over new technologies. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Karan Bhatia, Global Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy at Google.
Fri Mar 22 2024
Consider This: Social Media (Part 1) — US TikTok Bill Highlights Regulation Issues
The US House of Representatives recently approved legislation meant to force Chinese company ByteDance to divest its US operations within six months or face a nationwide ban. While the Malaysian Government says it has no plans to create a specific law to regulate social media platforms, the discourse surrounding the US’ proposed TikTok ban has had many questioning whether there is a need for better regulation of social media in Malaysia. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Farlina Said, fellow in the Foreign Policy and Security Studies programme at the think tank ISIS Malaysia.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Hanifah Hajar: Govt will not arbitrarily impose progressive wage policy
The progressive wage policy is aimed to incentivise the future of companies, said Deputy Economy Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Implementation of progressive wage policy among highlights of Parliament today
The First Meeting of the Third Term of the 15th Parliament will last for 19 days until March 27.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Air penstabil dan pemangkin pembangunan negara - Fadillah Yusof
Air merupakan komponen penting yang bertindak sebagai penstabil dan pemangkin untuk pembangunan negara yang mampan.
Sun Apr 28 2024
Pelaburan RM2.4 bilion dibawa masuk ke Terengganu - MB
Sebanyak RM2.4 bilion nilai pelaburan yang berpotensi sedang dibawa masuk ke Terengganu setakat bulan April ini.
Sun Apr 28 2024
PRK Kuala Kubu Baharu: Kelayakan akademik bukan isu calon PN - Pas
Kempen PN sempena PRK Kuala Kubu Baharu tidak akan terjejas berikutan isu yang mengaitkan kelayakan akademik calonnya, Khairul Azhari Saut.
Sun Apr 28 2024
Peniaga nasi kukus raih jualan RM14,000 sebulan
Inisiatif Pendapatan Rakyat (IPR) mampu merubah graf pendapatan bulanan peserta apabila meningkatkan hasil jualan.
Sun Apr 28 2024
Piala Uber: Malaysia tewas kepada Taiwan
Malaysia memulakan kempen Kumpulan B Piala Uber 2024 mereka dengan langkah kiri apabila tewas 1-4 kepada Taiwan, di sini hari ini.
Sun Apr 28 2024
Imigresen tahan dalang warga Indonesia, jual produk kosmetik tanpa kelulusan KKM
Jabatan Imigresen menahan seorang wanita warga Indonesia berusia 50 tahun disyaki menjadi dalang penjualan produk kosmetik dan kecantikan yang tidak mendapat kelulusan KKM.
Sun Apr 28 2024
Sheriff: 9 hari tayangan, kaut RM28 juta!
Filem arahan Syafiq Yusof, Sheriff: Narko Intergriti kini meraih kutipan sebanyak RM28 juta dalam 9 hari tayangan.
Sun Apr 28 2024
Jaheaik sudah panggil artis wanita tular buat persembahan - Exco
Jaheaik sudah panggil artis wanita tular buat persembahan - Exco
Sun Apr 28 2024
KidDin bergabung jawab segala isu Konsert Search 'Gemuruh'
KONSERT Search 'Gemuruh' nampaknya semakin diperkatakan disebabkan beberapa isu yang ditimbulkan sehari dua ini.
Sun Apr 28 2024
Penunjuk perasaan Palestin tempelak wartawan AS
Mereka menuduh wartawan A.S sembunyikan dan berikan gambaran salah mengenai perang di Gaza.
Sun Apr 28 2024