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The Star
6 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Poverty eradication drive pushes stronger actions
Mega initiative: Ahmad Zahid speaking at the Karnival Mega 3 Dimensi (MK3D) press conference at the Parliament Building, Kuala Lumpur. MK3D is an initiative to unite entrepreneurship programmes under one holistic platform. — Bernama PUTRAJAYA: The People's Well-being Initiative (Sejahtera Madani) needs strong follow-through to ensure its success in eradicating urban poverty, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. While the initiative is a positive development, he said it must be followed through with comprehensive actions to ensure lasting impact for those in need. 'As often said, we cannot just give a man a fish – we must give him a fishing rod so that he can catch fish on his own. 'In other words, the programme must be long-term and include joint monitoring by the private sector, government-linked companies, government-linked investment companies and other bodies. This is a good approach,' he told the media after the launch of the initiative by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim here yesterday as reported by Bernama. Ahmad Zahid said the Sejahtera Madani Fund, which has raised nearly RM120mil, covers not only financial aid but also goods, services and training. He said the initiative is a commendable effort coordinated by the Implementation Coordination Unit of the Prime Minister's Department. Sejahtera Madani is a national initiative aimed at assisting poor and hardcore poor households registered under the National Poverty Database (eKasih system). The initiative brings together various forms of aid interventions across ministries, agencies and the private sector to eradicate poverty in a focused and integrated manner. Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said Sejahtera Madani is a national initiative specifically designed to assist poor and hardcore poor households. He said such programmes are in line with the Fifth Core of the Public Service Reform Agenda, which is to strengthen synergy between the public and private sectors, particularly involving corporate bodies such as government-linked companies, government-linked investment companies, companies limited by guarantee and statutory bodies. 'The implementation chain of such programmes must continue to be strengthened, in line with the whole-of-nation approach that emphasises the spirit of unity and consensus, in accordance with the principle of ihsan, which underpins the Madani values,' he said.
The Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Mk3d unites rural entrepreneurship programmes under one platform
KUALA LUMPUR: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has unveiled Karnival Mega 3 Dimensi (MK3D) as a unified platform combining key rural entrepreneurship programmes. The initiative merges efforts from the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW), FELDA, and the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) to streamline rural development. 'This strategic consolidation reduces government costs while maximising impact,' Zahid stated during a media briefing. He emphasised MK3D's role in fostering rural entrepreneurship by connecting agencies, buyers, and tech providers under one ecosystem. Scheduled from July 30 to August 3 at MITEC, the event anticipates over two million visitors. 'We project RM209 million in economic gains, driven by sales and business networking,' Zahid added. More than 1,000 entrepreneurs nationwide will showcase products to investors and institutional partners. Aligned with the 'Desaku Mendunia' theme, MK3D aims to position rural Malaysia as a global economic contributor. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the event on August 2. - Bernama
Barnama
7 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
MK3D Integrates Rural Entrepreneurship Programmes Under One Strategic, Holistic Platform
KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has announced the launch of Karnival Mega 3 Dimensi (MK3D) as a flagship initiative to consolidate rural entrepreneurship programmes under a single, holistic platform. The initiative integrates three major efforts - Karnival Usahawan Desa (KUD) by the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW), FELDA Settlers' Day, and the One-District-One-Industry Showcase (SDSI) by the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) - into one strategic and cost-saving rural development programme. 'This initiative brings KKDW, FELDA, and KUSKOP together under a single high-impact programme that supports rural development while reducing government expenditure,' Zahid said during an exclusive media briefing on MK3D 2025 today. Ahmad Zahid, who is also Minister of Rural and Regional Development, described the MK3D as a catalyst for rural entrepreneurship, bringing together support agencies, buyers, and technology providers within a single development ecosystem. The inaugural MK3D event is expected to draw over two million visitors and will be held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) from July 30 to Aug 3. 'We expect this carnival to generate RM209 million, not just in direct sales but through strategic business matching and networking opportunities throughout the event,' Ahmad Zahid said. He said that through the event, more than 1,000 entrepreneurs from across the country will have the opportunity to promote their products to a comprehensive audience of buyers, investors, and institutional partners. Being organised under the theme 'Desaku Mendunia', the carnival reflects the government's strategic vision to elevate rural potential as a driver of global-scale economic growth. MK3D 2025 is slated to be officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Aug 2.
Barnama
23-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
KKDW Targets RM209 Million In Sales At MK3D 2025
PUTRAJAYA, July 23 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) is targeting sales transactions of up to RM209 million through the Karnival Usahawan Desa (KUD) @ Karnival Mega 3 Dimensi (MK3D) 2025, to be held over five days beginning July 30. The programme, which brings together rural entrepreneurs from across the country, will feature cash sales, financing opportunities, business matching sessions and bookings aimed at boosting the rural economic ecosystem. KKDW, in a statement today, said MK3D 2025 will be held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim scheduled to officiate the event on Aug 2, accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
