Workplace
Rafizi Warns of “Salary Trap,” Urges Radical Wage Growth for Malaysians
Rafizi warns Malaysia risks “salary trap,” calls for 5% wage growth, better public services, and reforms to aid B40 and SMEs.
Category: People
Travel and Tourism
Asia Pacific Luxury Hotel Deals Surge 77%
Asia Pacific luxury hotel deals surged 77%, with Kuala Lumpur pipeline and investor appetite highlighting resilience and long‑term growth prospects.
ASEAN
Vietnam’s Rising Influence in ASEAN Takes Centre Stage at the Shangri-La Dialogue
Vietnam's General Secretary To Lam will visit Thailand, Singapore, and the Philippines from May 27 to June 1, 2026.
Byline
Women in Finance Drive Malaysia’s Entrepreneurial Future
More Malaysian women in finance are pursuing entrepreneurship, strengthening SME growth, innovation, leadership diversity, and long-term economic resilience.
Branding
Pos Malaysia Faces Pressure in Digital Era as Mail Volumes Decline
Pos Malaysia faces declining traditional mail volumes, prompting a shift towards logistics and e-commerce for sustainability.
Appoinments
Mak Joon Nien is Now CEO of Growth Markets and CEO of CIMB Singapore
CIMB Group appointed Mak Joon Nien as CEO of Growth Markets and CEO of CIMB Singapore, aiming to enhance regional growth and connectivity.
Appoinments
PNB Appoints Rizal Rickman Ramli as New President & Group CEO
PNB appoints Rizal Rickman Ramli as new President & Group CEO, succeeding Dato’ Abdul Rahman Ahmad after his retirement.
Workplace
Malaysia Faces Talent Mismatch as Hiring Becomes More Selective
Malaysia's job market faces a "talent paradox," with employers struggling to find suitable candidates despite many job seekers, highlighting skill mismatches.
Workplace
MEF Highlights Labour Weakness
Malaysia's Migrant Repatriation Programme 2.0 extended to May 2027; industry groups call for policy clarity and faster foreign worker approvals.
Politics
MACC Continues Questioning James Chai Over RM1.11 Billion Project
MACC continues questioning James Chai over RM1.11 billion semiconductor project, with statements recorded from 17 witnesses including ministry officers.
e-commerce
Shopee Launches RM150 Million Lindung Niaga Initiative for MSMEs
Shopee launches RM150 million Lindung Niaga initiative to support MSMEs with shipping, financing, and fulfilment solutions for sustainable growth.
Property and Construction
7 in 10 Malaysians Prioritise Sustainable Construction, 55% Industry Stakeholders Agree
A study reveals Malaysian public strongly supports sustainable construction, outpacing industry awareness and understanding in the sector.
Politics
Penang CM: No Party Holds Absolute Power
Chow Kon Yeow says DAP’s struggle established Malaysia’s two-party system, while Penang advances in semiconductors and urban development.
Workplace
Global Crisis, Local Fallout: Bangladesh’s Migrant Worker Struggles Extend Far Beyond Malaysia
Bangladeshi migrant workers face systemic exploitation and high recruitment costs, requiring coordinated reforms in both origin and destination countries.
Appoinments
Andrew Sheng is New Chairman of Wawasan Education Foundation
Tan Sri Andrew Sheng named WEF Chairman; WOU hails his expertise, also congratulates his advisory role to Sabah Chief Minister.
Business News
70% of Malaysians are happy at work, but stress, burnout tell a different story
Despite 70% of Malaysians feeling happy at work, stress and burnout persist, indicating a need for supportive workplace improvements.