KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 — The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) has called on the government to postpone the implementation of the proposed 30 per cent rise in port tariffs, particularly for container handling and storage, as it will have major implications on the cost of doing business for manufacturers and shippers.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 8 — Manufacturers are encouraged to inform their workforce about the Social Security Organisation's (Socso) latest initiative aimed at streamlining the medical treatment process for employees with work-related injuries.

GEORGE TOWN, Feb 2 — The Human Resources Ministry (Kesuma) will continue engaging with key stakeholders, including employers and employees, to refine the implementation of the new minimum wage policy, which took effect yesterday.

BANGKOK, Nov 9 — Companies have been moving factories from China to Southeast Asia, anticipating United States (US) President-elect Donald Trump would slap high tariffs on Beijing if he regained the White House, a move set to accelerate with his election win, industrial park developers in the region say.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — The RM470 million allocation for financing funds aimed at supporting women-led micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) will play a crucial role in assisting women entrepreneurs in securing working capital, acquiring assets, and expanding their business capacity to higher levels.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 — The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) said a gradual adjustment to minimum wages is more feasible and manageable for the industry as it offers a balanced approach to improving workers’ well-being without imposing a steep financial burden on businesses.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 — The reduction in the Imbalance Cost Pass-Through (ICPT) for commercial and industrial users will help businesses cushion the anticipated increase in input costs due to the rationalisation of diesel and rising wages, said the Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (Samenta).

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) believes the nation’s economy is poised for an export-led recovery.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The initiatives under Budget 2024 should focus on strengthening the competitiveness of the manufacturing industry, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), in terms of mitigating the impact of global economic slowdown, inflationary cost pressures and enhancing productivity by increasing digitalisation and supporting the green growth and sustainability agenda.

GEORGE TOWN, Aug 25 — The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) expressed hopes the government can facilitate business by simplifying bureaucratic procedures and reducing regulatory burdens for industry players.