IR 4.0 Agricultural Technology Can Help Msian Government To Manage Food Security Issues

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (NNN-Bernama) — The adoption of the fourth industrial revolution (IR 4.0) technology in the agricultural sector is capable of helping the government in managing the issues of food security in the country while reducing the pressure on national resources. However, chairman of the Malaysia Digital Economy…

LBS Eyes Both Local, Foreign Investors For M-WEZ Project In Melaka

By S.Kisho Kumari KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (NNN-Bernama) — LBS Bina Group Bhd is eyeing potential collaborations with both local and foreign investors in the region to invest and develop part of the Melaka Waterfront Economic Zone (M-WEZ) using their respective experiences and capital in areas such as port, oil…

Wealth Of Malaysia’s 50 Richest On Forbes List Rebounds; Robert Kuok Retains Top Spot

By Massita Ahmad SINGAPORE, June 3 (NNN-Bernama) — Tycoons on the 2021 Forbes Malaysia Rich List saw a rebound in their collective wealth as it rose 14 per cent to nearly US$90 billion this year, after declining for two years. In a statement issued here, Forbes said Robert Kuok, who…

Malaysia To Issue Diplomatic Note To China, To Protest Against Airspace Intrusion

KUALA LUMPUR, June 2 (NNN-Bernama) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will issue a diplomatic note to protest against the intrusion of Chinese air force aircraft into Malaysian airspace to the government of China. Foreign Minister Hishammuddin Hussein in a statement tonight said the ministry also will summon the Ambassador…

Royal Malaysian Air Force Detects Chinese Aircraft Flying Close To National Airspace

KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 (NNN-Bernama) — The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) Monday detected 16 aircraft from the People’s Liberation Army-Air Force (PLAAF) flying close to the national airspace. RMAF chief Gen Ackbal Abdul Samad said the suspicious flight of the PLAAF aircraft was detected by the RMAF Air Defence…

Founder Lim Kok Wing Dies At 75

KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 (NNN-Bernama) — Founder and President of Limkokwing University of Creative Technology, Lim Kok Wing, (right) died Tuesday. He was 75. The news of his death was announced by Limkokwing University in a statement. “With deep sadness, we convey the passing of Professor Emeritus Dr Lim Kok…

S’pore Reviews Data On Anaphylaxis For mRNA Covid-19 Vaccines

By Massita Ahmad SINGAPORE, June 1 (NNN-Bernama) — Singapore is currently reviewing local and international safety data on vaccinating persons with a history of anaphylaxis (allergic reaction) due to food and other medicines, with a view to allowing this group to receive the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines safely. In a statement…

Malaysian King, Queen Convey Gawai Greetings

KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 (NNN-Bernama) — Malaysian King Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Queen Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah conveyed Gawai Day greetings to all who celebrate it in Sarawak. According to a statement posted on the Istana Negara (national palace)…

Targeted Assistance For Affected SMEs Increased By RM2 Bln – Msian PM Muhyiddin

KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 (NNN-Bernama) — Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will increase the Targeted Assistance and Rehabilitation Facility for affected small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by RM2 billion, Muhyiddin Yassin announced Monday. The Prime Minister said the total loan fund for SMEs with a loan rate of as low as…

Msian Govt Announces RM40 Bln Stimulus Plus Package ‘Pemerkasa’ To Boost Economy, Help People

KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 (NNN-Bernama) — The government has announced a RM40 billion ‘PEMERKASA’ Plus stimulus package, comprising a total of 12 initiatives based on three main goals, to shore up the country’s economy and assist the people amid the stricter Movement Control Order (MCO) being implemented to curb the…