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Daily Express
09-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Tawau MSMEs are told to consider Indonesia
Published on: Friday, May 09, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 09, 2025 By: Amir Anuar Text Size: Andi Suryady (centre) officiates at the aid handover ceremony involving selected MSME entrepreneurs. TAWAU: Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Tawau and Kalabakan are encouraged to export not only to Peninsula Malaysia but also neighbouring Indonesia. This is especially relevant given the strategic location of both districts, which lie close to the border and Indonesia's new capital, Nusantara, in East Kalimantan. Assistant Minister of Industrial Development and Entrepreneurship, Datuk Andi Muhd Suryady Bandy, said various initiatives, platforms, assistance and incentives are available to support local MSMEs in capitalising on these opportunities. 'Nusantara has been gradually opened since August last year, and we must benefit from this development. That's why the State government is actively working to strengthen trade ties. 'This includes collaborating with the federal government to upgrade the Customs, Immigration, Quarantine and Security (CIQS) Complex in Serudong, Kalabakan.' Andi Suryady said this in a press conference held in conjunction with the 2025 Sabah MSME Entrepreneurs' Carnival for the Tawau Zone and the Hari Raya Aidilfitri Open House, which took place at the Tawau Municipal Council Square, here, recently. He is confident that regional connectivity – by land, sea and air – could boost trade relations between Malaysia and Indonesia. According to him, enhanced cooperation with the neighbouring country is essential, especially since top leaders from both nations have already established mutual understanding. 'There are many opportunities available. Some products can be exported to Indonesia, and we can also import goods from there. Most importantly, we need to establish strong business networks between the two countries. 'For example, this programme represents a broader initiative to position Tawau and Kalabakan as business hubs due to their proximity with the Indonesian border,' he said. Regarding the event, Andi Suryady said the carnival is part of the lead-up to the upcoming Madani Programme, which will be officiated by the Prime Minister on May 11. At the same time, he said the program offers MSMEs the chance to explore new markets, promote their products, and strengthen the local manufacturing industry. 'We hope this programme will further empower MSMEs. We also urge them to take full advantage of the government's support – such as grants, mentorship, and training. 'Our Ministry allocated RM15 million to support entrepreneurs in the manufacturing sector, including assistance with machinery, equipment, digitalization, and packaging. 'We've received positive feedback from entrepreneurs, and the public response has also been encouraging. However, the key lies in raising awareness around branding,' he said. Andy Suryady who is also the Kalabakan Member of Parliament said some MSME products have strong potential for the international market, but additional support is needed – especially in leveraging digital platforms. He said the carnival also featured business matchmaking between MSMEs and major supermarkets and attracted participation from 30 MSME entrepreneurs from Tawau, Kalabakan, and nearby areas, including Kudat. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Barnama
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
200 Guests Attend Malaysian Embassy's Hari Raya Aidilfitri Open House In Jakarta
JAKARTA, April 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Ambassador to Indonesia, Datuk Syed Mohamad Hasrin Tengku Husin, hosted a Hari Raya Aidilfitri Open House on Monday at the Malaysian Embassy here, attended by around 200 guests, including senior government officials and foreign diplomats. Among the distinguished guests who graced the event were Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Prof Abdul Mu'ti, Chairman of the People's Consultative Assembly Ahmad Muzani, Deputy Foreign Minister Arif Havas Oegroseno, and Head of the Halal Product Guarantee Agency Dr H. Ahmad Haikal Hassan. The event also welcomed former cabinet ministers, members of trade and industry chambers, representatives from companies, political parties, the media, and local community organisations.
Borneo Post
28-04-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
Urban clinics also need urgent upgrades, not just rural facilities
James (seated right) with the ministry's officers during the Hari Raya open house on Monday. KOTA KINABALU (Apr 28): Community Development and People's Wellbeing Minister Datuk James Ratib has stressed that the Federal Government must prioritize upgrading infrastructure in government health clinics located in urban areas, not just in rural regions. Speaking at his ministry's Hari Raya Aidilfitri Open House here on Monday, James acknowledged that facilities in both rural and urban clinics were facing significant issues. 'We are fully aware that the facilities are lacking not only in rural areas but also in urban areas,' he said. He noted that upon his appointment as Health Exco in Sabah, the very first issue he raised at the Health Exco meeting in Putrajaya was the poor condition of many government clinics across the state. 'I highlighted during the meeting that the Malaysian Ministry of Health Training Institute (ILKTM), which was taken over by the Federal Ministry of Health in 2015, had not been properly upgraded. Their mattresses and pillows, for instance, had not been replaced for 20 years. I personally informed the minister and the director-general about this,' he said. 'Alhamdulillah, the minister and director-general responded immediately,' he added. James said the government has since been actively working to replace dilapidated wooden rural clinics with new concrete structures, marking significant progress over the past two years. 'If we look across all districts, more than 100 clinics have been built throughout Sabah. This is part of the government's mission to ensure better healthcare infrastructure for the people,' he said. He emphasized that both the Sabah and Federal governments are committed to assessing the needs on the ground and making necessary upgrades, including providing clinics with reliable electricity, water, and solar energy supplies. 'This issue has been going on for a long time, but only now are we seeing real progress. Alhamdulillah, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (PMX) has listened to our grievances,' he said. James also urged all heads of departments (HODs) to be proactive in identifying problems and reporting them promptly. 'I have warned all directors and HODs, go down to the ground. Inform the minister … Tell the minister what the problems are so that we can solve them,' he said. Addressing the shortage of healthcare professionals, James admitted that Sabah is facing a serious shortage of doctors, particularly specialists. However, he credited the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor, for their ongoing efforts to tackle the problem. 'Please do not say that the ministers are not working. Our ministers are indeed working hard for the people,' he said. James's remarks come in response to recent comments by Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) Api-Api information chief Yee Tsai Yiew, who urged the Federal Government to address the poor conditions of government clinics in the city. Yee had highlighted that patients often face difficulties due to outdated and poorly maintained clinic facilities, including cramped waiting areas that force many to wait outside for treatment.
