Tag: cost of living

KESUMA Distributes 22,000 Aid Packages to Indian Families Ahead of Deepavali

Officials gather on stage during a Deepavali celebration event in Malaysia.

KUALA LUMPUR, October 28, 2026 — The Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) is distributing 22,000 essential goods packages to Indian families in need across Malaysia ahead of Deepavali. The aid aims to ease household expenses and help families prepare for the Festival of Lights. Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan Ramakrishnan launched the distribution […]

French Protest Groups Call for More Rallies as Macron Faces Mounting Pressure

Protesters gather during demonstrations in France over the cost of living and public services.

PARIS, October 26 2026, French trade unions and protest groups are calling for fresh demonstrations and a nationwide strike as public anger over wages, rising living costs and public services continues to challenge President Emmanuel Macron’s government. The calls followed nationwide rallies on Saturday, October 24, when France’s Interior Ministry estimated that around 410,000 people […]

Datuk Seri Ramanan: KESUMA Continues Strengthening Welfare And Skills Development Of Gig Workers

SUNGAI BULOH, May 24 — Datuk Seri Ramanan reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening the welfare and skills development of gig workers through various initiatives under the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA),yesterday. He said the MADANI Government remains focused on building a fairer, more inclusive and sustainable gig economy ecosystem, particularly for e-hailing drivers and p-hailing riders who continue to play an important role in supporting the daily needs of the public. Speaking during the Grab Partner Appreciation Ceremony organised by Grab Holdings in collaboration with Central Mart Saujana Utama, Ramanan said the event brought together nearly 1,000 e-hailing drivers and p-hailing dispatch riders from the Sungai Buloh parliamentary constituency. He expressed appreciation to gig workers who continue to face various challenges including harsh weather conditions, traffic congestion and rising living costs while ensuring smooth delivery and transportation services for the community. “Without them, many of society’s daily needs would not arrive on time. Their contribution is significant and deserves recognition,” he said. Ramanan noted that programmes such as the appreciation ceremony also serve as an important platform for the government to listen directly to the concerns and aspirations of gig workers, particularly on issues involving cost of living, social protection and long-term economic security. Among the initiatives highlighted was the Economic Resilience Package (PACE), involving an allocation of RM20 million aimed at helping gig workers improve their financial resilience amid current economic pressures. He added that the government has also introduced the RM110 million MyMahir AI Programme to expand access to digital and artificial intelligence (AI) skills training, enabling gig workers to enhance their capabilities and increase future income opportunities. In addition, gig workers are encouraged to participate in technical training programmes at Advanced Technology Training Centres (ADTEC) under the Department of Human Resources (JTM), as well as explore broader career opportunities through the Social Security Organisation MYFutureJobs platform. During the event, Ramanan also presented contributions to several Grab partners as a gesture of appreciation for their dedication and service to the community. He stressed that KESUMA will continue ensuring that every initiative introduced translates into meaningful benefits for workers striving daily to earn a living. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB: RAMANAN RAMAKRISHNAN

SUNGAI BULOH, May 24 — Datuk Seri Ramanan reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening the welfare and skills development of gig workers through various initiatives under the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA),yesterday. He said the MADANI Government remains focused on building a fairer, more inclusive and sustainable gig economy ecosystem, particularly for e-hailing drivers and […]