![[COLUMNIST] Sowing change: Why agricultural modernisation is key to profound national progress [COLUMNIST] Sowing change: Why agricultural modernisation is key to profound national progress](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/61622629083_950x600.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Sowing change: Why agricultural modernisation is key to profound national progress
Modernising agriculture will boost food security and create opportunities to enhance our nation's economic growth.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Consider This: Economic Sentiment - Growth or Gloom?
A recent survey by market research agency, Ipsos, revealed that two-thirds (68%) of Malaysians believe the economy is in a recession, despite official reports of 3.7% economic growth last year. Why is there such a stark contrast between consumer sentiment and economic data? And how do we reconcile the lived experiences of Malaysians with these seemingly positive economic indicators? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Dr Ong Kian Ming, Pro Vice-Chancellor of External Engagement for Taylor's University, and Ibrahim ‘Ben’ Suffian, Co-founder & Programmes Director of Merdeka Center for Opinion Research.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![Consumers, businesses set to benefit from second 5G network Consumers, businesses set to benefit from second 5G network](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81719285049_TBg.jpg)
Consumers, businesses set to benefit from second 5G network
Consumers and businesses are expected to enjoy the full benefits of 5G with more choices in the market
Tue Jun 25 2024
![HUAWEI MatePad 11.5”S dan MateBook 14, gabungan inovasi dan produktiviti terunggul HUAWEI MatePad 11.5”S dan MateBook 14, gabungan inovasi dan produktiviti terunggul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71718871396_tbHUAWEISmartOffic.jpg)
HUAWEI MatePad 11.5”S dan MateBook 14, gabungan inovasi dan produktiviti terunggul
HUAWEI terus giat melonjakkan sempadan inovasi dengan pelancaran siri Smart Office baharu iaitu Huawei MatePad 11.5S PaperMatte Edition dan HUAWEI MateBook 14.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![Report to KPDN if egg prices do not drop - Consumer movement Report to KPDN if egg prices do not drop - Consumer movement](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718610042_Telurohtelur.jpg)
Report to KPDN if egg prices do not drop - Consumer movement
The government decided to lower chicken egg prices nationwide by 3 cents each to pass on targeted subsidy savings to the public.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![Navigating the dynamics of business boycotts Navigating the dynamics of business boycotts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/71706347120_Afzanizam.jpg)
Navigating the dynamics of business boycotts
Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the proliferation of boycotts highlighted significant role consumers can play in influencing the market.
Mon Jun 10 2024
![KPDN aims to introduce Lemon Law or amend existing acts for defective vehicles next year KPDN aims to introduce Lemon Law or amend existing acts for defective vehicles next year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41705371729_ArmizanMohdAli.jpg)
KPDN aims to introduce Lemon Law or amend existing acts for defective vehicles next year
Lemon Law is a remedy for buyers of motor vehicles and consumer products that repeatedly fail to meet standards of quality and performance.
Tue Jun 04 2024
![Pameran HUAWEI XMAGE ‘A Heartwarming World’ tiba di Malaysia, sambutan 12 tahun kecemerlangan fotografi Pameran HUAWEI XMAGE ‘A Heartwarming World’ tiba di Malaysia, sambutan 12 tahun kecemerlangan fotografi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71716797989_HUAWEIXMAGE.jpg)
Pameran HUAWEI XMAGE ‘A Heartwarming World’ tiba di Malaysia, sambutan 12 tahun kecemerlangan fotografi
HUAWEI melancarkan pameran fotografi XMAGE di Malaysia dengan tema 'A Heartwarming World, 12 Years of Huawei Photography' dan menampilkan pertandingan XMAGE Awards selain siri baharu HUAWEI PURA 70.
Mon May 27 2024
![Gov't to implement targeted diesel subsidy involving consumers in Peninsular Malaysia - PM Gov't to implement targeted diesel subsidy involving consumers in Peninsular Malaysia - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/41681474417_LebuhrayaPLUS.jpg)
Gov't to implement targeted diesel subsidy involving consumers in Peninsular Malaysia - PM
The targeted subsidy will not involve consumers in Sabah and Sarawak as it was used in nearly every family's vehicle in both states.
Tue May 21 2024
![Malaysia’s video piracy ranking falls but women are leading consumers lured by Korean dramas Malaysia’s video piracy ranking falls but women are leading consumers lured by Korean dramas](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-02/41455807458_WatchingTV.jpg)
Malaysia’s video piracy ranking falls but women are leading consumers lured by Korean dramas
Malaysia has now fallen to fifth place and surprisingly, its the women who are driving the consumption of pirated content.
Fri Apr 26 2024
![Unhealthy food practices, lack of physical activity main causes of obesity - Dr Dzulkefly Unhealthy food practices, lack of physical activity main causes of obesity - Dr Dzulkefly](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/51703321425_TBDZULKEFLYAHMAD.jpg)
Unhealthy food practices, lack of physical activity main causes of obesity - Dr Dzulkefly
Health Minister says any allegation that 24-hour restaurants are the main cause of obesity in Malaysia must be proven empirically.
Wed Apr 24 2024
![Water tariff adjustment: Selangor takes steps to assist affected consumers Water tariff adjustment: Selangor takes steps to assist affected consumers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/61690814650_AmiruddinShari.jpg)
Water tariff adjustment: Selangor takes steps to assist affected consumers
Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said this is because an expected 49 pct of Air Selangor account holders will be affected by the new tariff.
Thu Jan 18 2024
![From robots to gadgets, AI dominates this year's CES From robots to gadgets, AI dominates this year's CES](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/81705045621_TBrobots.jpg)
From robots to gadgets, AI dominates this year's CES
Taking center stage at this year's show will be generative AI as gadget makers race to find consumer uses for the technology.
Fri Jan 12 2024
![Malaysia set to hit 2023 GDP target based on positive economic momentum - DOSM Malaysia set to hit 2023 GDP target based on positive economic momentum - DOSM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/71638342618_kualalumpur.jpg)
Malaysia set to hit 2023 GDP target based on positive economic momentum - DOSM
It is during 4Q that consumers tend to spend more than usual, including for back-to-school, new year and festive spending.
Thu Jan 04 2024
![1,000 consumer accounts still suffering from water disruptions in Penang 1,000 consumer accounts still suffering from water disruptions in Penang](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/41681193816_BekalanAirPulauPi.jpg)
1,000 consumer accounts still suffering from water disruptions in Penang
Penang Water Supply Corporation CEO K Pathmanathan said water supply restoration had reached 99 per cent.
Mon Dec 25 2023