Questions on the role of govt as private sector roped in for projects
From Menu Rahmah to the KL-Singapore HSR project, questions have been raised on letting the private sector take the lead.
China's Xi urges private firms to 'be rich and loving' in pursuit of prosperity for all
Some analysts say private firms are concerned that Xi's call for 'common prosperity' could translate into a de facto tax as debt-ridden local governments struggle to boost fiscal revenue.
Private sector told to observe public holidays for polling
Human Resources Minister M Saravanan says this is in line with the government's purpose of giving the holidays on Nov 18 and 19.
Invest in high-impact areas, don’t compete with private sector, GLCs told
National Recovery Council chairman Muhyiddin Yassin says the government should strengthen the role of the private sector to drive economic growth.
Colombia private sector gets green light to buy, distribute Covid-19 vaccines
Any party buying vaccines must be endorsed by the health ministry and guarantee delivery using their own logistics chains, and abide by guidelines to ensure the most vulnerable sectors of the community are the first to receive the shots.
Thailand allows private sector to import Covid vaccines
This is on condition that they are given the green light by the Food and Drug Administration.
Lawyer moots ‘cooling-off period’ before ex-govt officials return to industry they once headed
This is already the practice in many countries as part of good governance and anti-corruption measures.
