Consider This: Medical Inflation — The Anatomy of Healthcare Costs
In 2023, Malaysia recorded medical cost inflation of 12.6%. What's fueling this surge, and who bears the brunt of this burden? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Datuk Dr Syed Mohamed Aljunid Syed Junid, Professor of Health Economics, Policy and Management at the Department of Public Health and Community Medicine at IMU University. He is also the President of the Malaysian Health Economic Association.
Wed Aug 14 2024
CyberSecurity Malaysia unveils Digital Resilience Programme
The program aims to strengthen cybersecurity for large corporations, institutions, SMEs, and individuals.
Thu Aug 08 2024
China to help cushion recession impact on Malaysia's economy
A strong Malaysia-China economic relationship is expected to help the country face and overcome the adverse effects of a US recession.
Thu Aug 08 2024
Sarawak delegation in Australia to study crocodile management
The visit aims to analyse the ecosystems of crocodile species in Australia, specifically saltwater and freshwater crocodiles.
Mon Aug 05 2024
Chinese university announces first marriage-related degree course
The Beijing-based institution aims to "cultivate professionals to develop marriage related industries and culture".
Sun Aug 04 2024
MOE: Existing guidelines on school programme organisation, donations remain in force
According MOE, the meeting agreed to give consideration to vernacular schools receiving fund donations through the School Management Board.
Fri Jul 26 2024
AWANI Pagi: Apa khabar program kitar semula di Selangor?
Sebagai sebuah negeri maju dengan industrinya berkembang pesat, jumlah sampah di Selangor juga semakin bertambah setiap tahun dan menjadi sukar untuk diuruskan. Bagaimana KDEB Waste Management Sdn Bhd menggerakkan usaha dan menyuntik inisiatif menerusi program kitar semula yang pada akhirnya bermatlamat menyediakan negeri itu mampan dan hijau.
Fri Jul 26 2024
Amended Audit Act improves governance, management of public funds
According to the National Audit Department, the law has not been amended since 1991.
Thu Jul 25 2024
PAC tables maiden report, creates Dewan Rakyat history
The report on Training Fund Management and Effectiveness of the HRD Corp was tabled by PAC chairman Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin.
Thu Jul 18 2024
Malaysia will continue to support mandate of UN-Habitat - Nga
UN-Habitat promotes sustainable cities and urban management to ensure adequate shelter for all, as mandated by the UN General Assembly.
Thu Jul 18 2024
Najib turns to appeals court to challenge existence of addendum on house arrest
According to the judiciary's e-filing system, the appeal is fixed for case management on Oct 7.
Tue Jul 16 2024
LKAN: PM wants priority to be given to management, governance and accountability
Fahmi Fadzil said it is now up to respective ministers related to audited institutions, agencies and departments to take follow-up action.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Employers favour business school graduates for human skills despite rise of AI
Employers prioritise strategic thinking, leadership and problem-solving, emphasizing the growing value of tech skills.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Indonesia sees rising trend in disasters - BNPB
Indonesia has observed a rising trend in disasters this year averaging 20 incidents daily, according to the National Disaster Management Agency.
Fri Jun 28 2024
Ex-director admits lots of criminality, forgery in SRC management
Datuk Suboh Md Yassin said SRC ex-CEO Nik Faisal Ariff Kamil, now at large, lied to the board about repatriating SRC funds from overseas.
Mon Jun 24 2024