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The Sun
22-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Insken targets 20,000 MSMEs for e-invoice seminars in Malaysia
PENAMPANG: The National Entrepreneurship Institute (INSKEN) is targeting 20,000 micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) entrepreneurs to participate in its e-invoice seminars, designed to streamline business operations. Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick revealed that around 11,000 entrepreneurs have already joined the programme, with 23 seminars planned for this year. 'The response has been very encouraging, showing that entrepreneurs are eager to understand the concept of e-Invoicing and how they can adapt to this new technology,' he said after officiating the MADANI Entrepreneur Seminar: e-Invoicing at the Cultural Centre. Ewon emphasised INSKEN's role in supporting social enterprises through collaborations with state governments and agencies. Under the 13th Malaysia Plan, the ministry will prioritise digital adoption among MSMEs nationwide. He also highlighted the importance of localised approaches, noting that challenges in Sabah and Sarawak differ from those in Peninsular Malaysia. Meanwhile, Ewon expressed confidence in newly appointed INSKEN CEO Viviantie Saruji, urging alignment with the ministry's vision. - Bernama
Borneo Post
22-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
KUSKOP to hold 23-series nationwide E-Invoicing Seminar tour
Ewon gives thumbs up to the event. PENAMPANG (July 22): The Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Ministry (KUSKOP) will implement 23 series of the MADANI Entrepreneur e-Invoicing Seminar nationwide this year, targeting the participation of 20,000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) entrepreneurs. Its minister, Datuk Ewon Benedick, said the initiative is in line with the government's efforts to accelerate the adoption of the e-Invoicing system among entrepreneurs, which is an early step towards the scaling and modernisation of MSME operations in the country. 'In the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), which will begin in 2026, KUSKOP will place strong focus on the MSME entrepreneur scaling agenda, that is, to develop micro enterprises into small enterprises, and small enterprises into businesses that can be listed on Bursa Malaysia. 'This agenda begins with the early step of MSME entrepreneurs adopting the use of e-Invoicing in their businesses. I hope entrepreneurs view this as a potential to scale up their businesses. 'That is why KUSKOP, through its agency the National Entrepreneurship Institute (INSKEN), is organising 23 series of e-Invoicing seminars nationwide this year. In addition, SME Corp is also working together with the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) to support the adoption and implementation of e-Invoicing among MSME entrepreneurs,' he said. He said this while officiating the MADANI Entrepreneur e-Invoicing Seminar at the Sabah Cultural Centre here on Tuesday. Also present were INSKEN Board of Trustees chairman Haji Mustaffa Kamil Ayub, INSKEN Chief Executive Officer Viviantie Sarjuni, INSKEN board members, and heads of agencies under the Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Ministry. Ewon said the seminar is part of the ministry's initiative to empower entrepreneurs through understanding and compliance with digital systems, particularly the e-Invoicing system. 'In line with the digitalisation trend and the Malaysia MADANI aspiration, the implementation of e-Invoicing is an important step in increasing business operational efficiency and ensuring transparency and integrity in transactions. 'KUSKOP remains committed to strengthening the national entrepreneurial ecosystem, including expanding access to knowledge, technology, and business support,' he said.
Barnama
22-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
INSKEN Targets 20,000 Entrepreneurs To Participate In e-Invoice Seminars
PENAMPANG, July 22 (Bernama) -- The National Entrepreneurship Institute (INSKEN) is targeting the participation of 20,000 micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) entrepreneurs in its e-Invoice seminars aimed at streamlining business operations. Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick said that to date, around 11,000 entrepreneurs have taken part in the programme, with a total of 23 seminars scheduled to be organised by INSKEN this year. 'The response has been very encouraging, showing that entrepreneurs are eager to understand the concept of e-Invoicing and how they can adapt to this new technology,' he told reporters after officiating the MADANI Entrepreneur Seminar: e-Invoicing at the Cultural Centre here today.
Barnama
22-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
INSKEN To Ensure Govt Initiatives Reach Sabah, Sarawak Entrepreneurs
KOTA KINABALU, July 22 (Bernama) -- The National Entrepreneurship Institute (INSKEN) aims to ensure that government initiatives effectively reach target groups across the country, particularly entrepreneurs in Sabah and Sarawak. Its chief executive officer Viviantie Sarjuni said this has been her core aspiration since taking the helm of the agency under the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) on July 1. To realise this, INSKEN will focus on strengthening social enterprise programmes to help bridge socio-economic disparities between Borneo and Peninsular Malaysia. "Sabah has one of the highest unemployment rates and is the poorest state in Malaysia. We hope social enterprises can help address these challenges, even if not entirely,' she told Bernama here today. She pointed out that 70 per cent of Sabah's population resides in rural areas and needs to be empowered through social entrepreneurship. INSKEN, she added, plays a vital role in providing guidance and support to entrepreneurs involved in the sector. Reflecting on her previous role as CEO of the Sabah Creative Economy and Innovation Centre (SCENIC), which she led for five years, Viviantie said the centre had successfully connected various players within the entrepreneurship ecosystem. 'SCENIC is now able to stand on its own. At INSKEN, we want to ensure that federal initiatives on social enterprise also reach Sabah and Sarawak, not just other states,' she said. She added that entrepreneurship will continue to be a priority under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). Since 2015, more than 100,000 entrepreneurs have been trained in Sabah, with a strong focus on micro and informal sectors. She also acknowledged the contributions of former INSKEN leadership in accrediting 468 social enterprises nationwide, including those in Sabah.
The Sun
08-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
468 social enterprises accredited by KUSKOP as of June 2024
SUBANG JAYA: A total of 468 social enterprises have received accreditation from the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) as of June this year, according to Deputy Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan. The accredited enterprises have collectively supported more than 56,000 beneficiaries, highlighting the sector's growing impact on community welfare. The accreditation process is managed by the National Institute of Entrepreneurship (INSKEN), which provides training and capacity-building programmes to strengthen social enterprises. Ramanan emphasised that INSKEN will expand its initiatives to further develop the sector. 'This is just the beginning,' he said during the launch of The Changemakers INTI International College Subang and a Social Entrepreneurship Seminar organised by INSKEN. KUSKOP is actively enhancing Malaysia's social enterprise ecosystem through policy support, incentives, and cross-sector collaborations. Ramanan cited the World Economic Forum 2024 report, which estimates that 10 million social enterprises globally generate US$2 trillion annually and create nearly 200 million jobs. 'Strengthening social enterprises is crucial as the world faces complex socio-economic challenges,' he added. The event also highlighted student-led initiatives, such as The Changemakers @ IICS, which promotes social entrepreneurship among university students. One key project, 'Kotak Cantik,' distributes hygiene kits to B40 families in public housing (PPR) areas while giving students hands-on experience in social impact projects. - Bernama
