Changing the status of POIC FTZ to Free Zone | Daily Express Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu: Former Chief Minister and POIC Chairman Datuk Seri Yong Teck Lee hailed the appointment of, Tan Sri Bernard Dompok as SME Corporation (SME Corp) Malaysia chairman.  Dompok was also a former Chief Minister. “In Malaysia, SMEs make up the backbone of businesses.” POIC Lahad Datu is providing more premises to support SMEs. Due to the business growth potential of POIC, Yong is… Source link

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Changing the status of POIC FTZ to Free Zone

“In Malaysia, SMEs make up the backbone of businesses.” POIC Lahad Datu is providing more premises to support SMEs. Due to the business growth potential of POIC, Yong is working on getting an international airport for Lahad Datu, besides positioning it as a transportation hub. Daily Express Malaysia The establishment of Sabah’s first Free Zone (FZ) at POIC Lahad Datu will attract more… Source link

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Generali & UNDP’s challenge seeks innovative insurance solutions

[Written in partnership with Generali, but the editorial team had full control over the content.] Through their Insurance Innovation Challenge Fund (IICF), Generali and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are seeking innovative insurance solutions that will enhance the resilience of SMEs in Malaysia. A United Nations organisation, the UNDP fights to end the injustice of poverty,… Source link

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Generali and UNDP launched “Insurance Innovation Challenge Fund” to build SME resilience

Generali and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have announced the launch of the “Insurance Innovation Challenge Fund” (IICF) and are seeking proposals from participants nationwide focusing on innovative insurance solutions to build small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) resilience in Malaysia. The submissions should offer long-term sustainable solutions to safeguard SMEs… Source link

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SOBA begins new chapter with C-level talk

THE first Star Outstanding Business Awards (SOBA) CEO PowerTalk provided an excellent platform for small and medium- sized enterprises (SMEs) to learn from each other through knowledge and sharing opportunities. Star Media Group (SMG) chief executive officer Alex Yeow, who was present, added that the event… Source link

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Eight in 10 SMEs polled struggling to compete with multinationals in hiring talent

Bandar Mahkota Cheras’ Restoran Hakka Yong Taufu deserves a star for its plump ‘yong tau foo’ filled with fish paste, minced pork and salted fishManaging Director of Employment Hero Kevin Fitzgerald speaks during the company’s ‘State of Recruitment’ report in Kuala Lumpur October 25, 2023. Its report titled “State of Recruitment” released today also highlighted the increase in cost of… Source link

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Employment survey: Eight in 10 SMEs polled struggling to compete with multinationals in hiring talent

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — A survey by recruitment firm Employment Hero said that 85 per cent of staff responsible for hiring in small or medium-sized enterprises (SME) struggled to compete with multinational corporations (MNC) when it comes to hiring new talent. Its report titled “State of Recruitment” released today also highlighted the increase in cost of hiring, with 52 per cent of the… Source link

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BNM is Assessing First Recovery Plans of Malaysian Banks – Regulation Asia

BNM will engage with banks in the coming months on their recovery plans. Vulnerable banks may be asked to make business strategy changes. Get access today Sign up for a free 2-week trial and get instant, unrestricted and unlimited access to Regulation Asia. FREE TRIAL[1] Already taken your free trial? Get in touch with our team and enquire about a subscription today. Select… Source link

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