Tag - Cost Of Living

Ministry mulling Amanah Saham Rahmah initiative

KUALA LUMPUR: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry is studying the creation of an Amanah Saham Rahmah initiative aimed at assisting hardcore poor families. Deputy Minister Fuziah Salleh (pic) said the initiative is expected to help alleviate the cost of living burden and ensure a steady source of income for the group. She explained that the initiative...

Survey finds M’sians more concerned about rising cost of living than ‘green wave’

PETALING JAYA: Malaysians are more concerned about the rising cost of living than a potential "green wave" or the rise of extremism, says the Institute of Strategic Analysis and Policy Research (Insap). The think tank said the ability to sustain themselves amidst stagnant incomes and escalating expenses has become the top concern among most Malaysians as...