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200 per cent increase in Chinese tourists to Penang

China tourists feel comfortable in Penang with the delectable cuisine, friendly local townsfolk and culture  Wong said that while tourism is now booming, the...

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Penang DAP mends ties with state Chinese Chamber of Commerce 

The party was led by its newly appointed state liaison chairman Steven Sim Chee Keong, who is also the Human Resources Minister for a meeting.

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Police seek witnesses to brutal attack on lawyer in Penang

The incident happened across a Coffee Bean outlet near the esplanade around 10am on Tuesday.

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More nursing and palliative care needed in Penang

Currently, Penang has reached the threshold of an ageing society status where seven percent of its population is aged 65 and above.

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Penang ensures effective policies and action plans are in place for an ‘aged society’

Currently, Penang falls into an ageing society stage where over seven percent of its population is now aged 65 and above.

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No tolerance for any form of corruption, says Penang CM

Chow said that the state emulates the leadership of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in not tolerating any form of corruption in the country.

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GST should be reintroduced, says economist

Some 175 nations, including developed ones, have adopted GST or its equivalent VAT. 

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Ideal Property launches next phase of Ideal Business Hub

It has a gross development value (GDV) of RM260 million in Bertam, Kepala Batas.

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Time for Indian community to move forward, says ADUN

The community must get rid of its "ghosts of the past," over alleged discrimination and infighting within community leaders.

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More attention needed on the Indian community, says former PKR leader

The senior lawyer said that PKR, as the dominant party in the national unity government needs to take the lead over Indian matters.

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Penang CM hopes projects under Budget 2025 are implemented fast

Chow also expressed support for the construction of another Urban Transformation Centre (UTC) in Prai.

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Localise minimum wages according to each state, says Kedah MAH

Hoteliers said it is generally cheaper to operate hospitality properties in urbanised localities but if the wages are steep, the hotels will struggle.