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The Star
26-05-2025
- Health
- The Star
Hypermarket, household brand campaign to fulfil wishes of terminally ill children
(From left) Teoh, Ameer, Jamaliah, Nantha Kumaran and Mydin director Datin Dr Siti Hawa Mohd launching the meaningful campaign. — Photos: YAP CHEE HONG/The Star BLENDING commerce and compassion, a hypermarket chain has joined forces with a household brand to make the wishes of terminally ill children come true. Partnering with Procter and Gamble (P&G), Mydin Mohamed Holdings Bhd (Mydin) has launched a 45-day campaign that began on May 15. The campaign is raising funds for the Children's Wish Society of Malaysia (CWS), a non-profit organisation that have been fulfilling the wishes of children with life-limiting ailments in the past 18 years. Titled 'Kami Bawa Senyuman – Jom Tunaikan Impian Kanak-Kanak', the campaign invites the people to buy P&G products at any Mydin branch. For every RM10 spent on these products, P&G will donate 10sen to the CWS cause. Selangor public health and environment committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin believed the campaign would have a big impact on the children. She said a simple wish could mean the world for the youngsters. 'This campaign is an exemplary show of compassion, where the community comes together to support the most vulnerable members of society. Balloons are distributed to children of shoppers at Mydin Subang Jaya. 'It reflects our collective responsibility to help those in need,' she said at the campaign launch at Mydin Subang Jaya, Selangor. Jamaliah said many terminally-ill children were unaware of their challenging circumstances. 'I believe this initiative will not only raise funds but also spread a powerful message of solidarity and support for the underprivileged. 'It's a reminder that as a community, we must always lend a helping hand,' she said. The campaign's efforts, she noted, would also reduce the burden of disadvantaged families, allowing them to focus on spending precious moments with their children without the worry of financial strain. 'It's crucial that we do our part in supporting these families.' Mydin managing director Datuk Ameer Ali Mydin said true business success went hand in hand with social responsibility. 'Through our Mydin Prihatin initiatives, we work closely with supplier partners to amplify the positive impact we can make. 'This campaign, in partnership with P&G and the CWS, transforms everyday shopping into a powerful gesture of hope.' P&G Malaysia and Singapore country manager Nantha Kumaran Kalimuthu said the company aimed to contribute over RM100,000 via the campaign. 'As a company that serves families through our products every day, we feel a deep sense of responsibility to support the communities we live in, especially the most vulnerable members. 'We hope more children will have their wishes come true,' he said. CWS president Teoh Teik Hoong said they have helped fulfil the wishes of over 1,500 children. 'Their wishes include wanting to have gadgets and soft toys, meet their idols, and go for vacation with their families. 'It gives them something to look forward to, something to hold on to during tough treatments and hospital stays,' he said. The Mydin-P&G partnership, he said, would allow them to bring joy, comfort and lasting memories to the young ones and their families. The campaign ends June 30.
Free Malaysia Today
03-05-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Egg prices may rise by 10 sen after subsidy cut, says Mydin boss
The government reduced subsidies from 10 sen to 5 sen per egg yesterday, with full removal and the end of price ceilings scheduled for Aug 1. PETALING JAYA : Egg prices may rise by about 10 sen following the removal of government subsidies and price controls, but the increase is expected to stabilise supply and strengthen the industry, says Mydin managing director Ameer Ali Mydin. Ameer said the slight increase was part of the transition to a healthier, market-driven system that would ultimately reduce shortages and create a more resilient egg industry. Ameer Ali Mydin. 'Since there's no price control, the prices of eggs would probably go up by 10 sen and eventually, when there's more supply in the market, the prices will stabilise,' he told FMT. The government reduced subsidies from 10 sen to 5 sen per egg yesterday, with full removal and the end of price ceilings scheduled for Aug 1. Egg prices are currently capped at 42 sen (Grade A), 40 sen (Grade B) and 38 sen (Grade C) per egg. It was reported that the subsidy of 10 sen per egg involved an expenditure of RM100 million. Ameer said the liberalisation would allow the industry to scale up production and resume exports to key markets like Singapore and Hong Kong, which were previously restricted because of domestic pricing policies. He also cautioned against complicating matters by introducing a new 'special grade' of affordable eggs. 'I don't agree with the government introducing items like special grade eggs. We already have grades A, B, C, D and E. Please don't come up with another grade. 'Even the mamak shop doesn't buy grade D because they're too small,' he said. Jeffrey Ng. Jeffrey Ng, adviser to the Federation of Livestock Farmers' Associations of Malaysia, also hailed the reduction of subsidies from 10 sen to 5 sen per egg, with full removal and the end of price ceilings by Aug 1 as a step towards long-term industry health. 'We believe floating prices are a better mechanism. Continuous subsidies may not be helping either the industry or consumers,' he said. Ng said supply remained stable even during the recent festive period, so farmers would be well-prepared for the transition away from subsidies.
Daily Express
03-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Egg prices may rise by 10 sen after subsidy cut, says Mydin boss
Published on: Saturday, May 03, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 03, 2025 By: Alysha Edward, FMT Text Size: The government reduced subsidies from 10 sen to 5 sen per egg yesterday, with full removal and the end of price ceilings scheduled for Aug 1. PETALING JAYA: Egg prices may rise by about 10 sen following the removal of government subsidies and price controls, but the increase is expected to stabilise supply and strengthen the industry, says Mydin managing director Ameer Ali Mydin. Ameer said the slight increase was part of the transition to a healthier, market-driven system that would ultimately reduce shortages and create a more resilient egg industry. 'Since there's no price control, the prices of eggs would probably go up by 10 sen and eventually, when there's more supply in the market, the prices will stabilise,' he told FMT. 'Since there's no price control, the prices of eggs would probably go up by 10 sen and eventually, when there's more supply in the market, the prices will stabilise,' he told FMT. Jeffrey Ng, adviser to the Federation of Livestock Farmers' Associations of Malaysia, also hailed the reduction of subsidies from 10 sen to 5 sen per egg, with full removal and the end of price ceilings by Aug 1 as a step towards long-term industry health. 'We believe floating prices are a better mechanism. Continuous subsidies may not be helping either the industry or consumers,' he said. Ng said supply remained stable even during the recent festive period, so farmers would be well-prepared for the transition away from subsidies. * 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
The Star
01-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Anwar launches Madani workers' card, one million workers to enjoy discounts
KUALA LUMPUR: One million union members will receive discounts of up to 30% from over 100 companies offering essential goods and services through the Madani Workers' Card initiative. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the initiative when delivering a message in conjunction with the 2025 National Labour Day celebration at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil here Thursday (May 1). "The Madani Workers' Card will provide union member holders to be given discounts. This is in appreciation of workers for their hard work in carrying out their duties and trust," he said. Among the companies involved in offering access to the discounts are AEON, Mydin, Jakel, Marrybrown, Genting, Old Town White Coffee, Zuss Coffee, SOCAR and Bateriku. He said further details about the Madani Workers' Card would be announced in a media statement soon. Present at the celebration were Deputy Prime Ministers Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, Human Resources Minister Steven Sim, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and other Cabinet ministers. Also present were the Chief Secretary to the Government, Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar and heads of agencies, including Bernama chief executive officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin. The 2025 Labour Day celebration, with the theme "Pekerja Kesuma Bangsa", was enlivened by the presence of more than 10,000 public and private sector workers from various fields. - Bernama
Malaysian Reserve
01-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
PM launches MADANI Workers' Card, one million workers to enjoy discounts
KUALA LUMPUR — One million union members will receive discounts of up to 30 per cent from over 100 companies offering essential goods and services through the MADANI Workers' Card initiative Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the initiative when delivering a message in conjunction with the 2025 National Labour Day celebration at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil here today. 'The Madani Workers' Card will provide union member holders to be given discounts. This is in appreciation of workers for their hardwork in carrying out their duties and trust,' he said. Among the companies involved in offering access to the discounts include AEON, Mydin, Jakel, Marrybrown, Genting, Old Town White Coffee, Zuss Coffee, SOCAR and Bateriku. He said further details about the MADANI Workers' Card would be announced in a media statement soon. Present at the celebration were Deputy Prime Ministers Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, Human Resources Minister Steven Sim, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and other Cabinet ministers Also present were the Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar and heads of agencies including Bernama chief executive officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin. The 2025 Labour Day celebration, with the theme 'Pekerja Kesuma Bangsa', was enlivened by the presence of more than 10,000 public and private sector workers from various fields. — BERNAMA
