Raising minimum wage to RM1,700 can improve people’s quality of life

Raising minimum wage to RM1,700 can improve people’s quality of life

KUALA LUMPUR: The increase in the minimum wage from RM1,500 per month to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025, can boost people’s quality of life from various aspects. Economic analyst Assoc Prof Dr Ahmed Razman Abdul Latiff said the increase, announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim when tabling Budget 2025, could, among others, enable … Read more

Budget 2025 advances with Madani Economy, says Nga Kor Ming

Budget 2025 advances with Madani Economy, says Nga Kor Ming

KUALA LUMPUR: Despite financial challenges and global unrest, the budget has progressed according to the Madani Economy framework, announced Nga Kor Ming. The Housing and Local Government Minister highlighted that Budget 2025 is commendable for its progressiveness, inclusiveness, and sustainability. “Aligned with the Madani Economy, the budget has curtailed the fiscal deficit from 6% in … Read more

Budget 2025: Civil servants in Grade 56 and below to get RM500 in special cash aid, says Anwar

Budget 2025: Civil servants in Grade 56 and below to get RM500 in special cash aid, says Anwar

PETALING JAYA: The government will implement a salary restructuring exercise through the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) for civil servants, starting Dec 1, 2024. This will involve a 15% adjustment for executives and professionals and 7% for top management, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim while tabling Budget 2025 in the Dewan Rakyat on … Read more

Budget 2025: Civil servants looking forward to new renumeration scheme

Budget 2025: Civil servants looking forward to new renumeration scheme

KUALA LUMPUR: Civil servants are looking forward to the new Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) that will be announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during the Budget 2025. The salary scheme, aimed at empowering the civil service, will ensure civil servants receive their adjustments in two phases; the first from Dec 1 this … Read more