KUCHING: To combat the effects of climate change, firms are being urged to take proactive measures to reduce their carbon emissions. One effective approach is through the use of cutting-edge technology and carbon pricing strategies, such as carbon credits. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) economist Jerome Kueh said it was important
‘Saving is the gap between your ego and your income.’ – Morgan Housel, former columnist at The Wall Street Journal Three months after graduation, I had a distinct privilege of joining a group of esteemed economic analysts who were deployed to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) headquarters at Jalan Raja
KUCHING: Carbon credits, a popular means of offsetting greenhouse gas emissions, are under scrutiny due to concerns over their credibility and transparency. According to Centre for Market Education (CME) economist Carmelo Ferlito, there were several issues surrounding the use of carbon credits, including the inconsistency between authorities that issued the
KUCHING: In today’s fast-paced world, laptops have become an essential part of our lives. From attending virtual meetings to online classes, laptops have become our go-to device for all our digital needs. However, when your laptop starts to slow down or shows signs of wear and tear, you may start
KUCHING: Bank Negara Malaysia has announced its decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent, citing concerns over a possible global economic slowdown that could lead to a recession. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) economist Jerome Kueh said that “maintaining the OPR for the time being is
KUCHING: As political parties continue to actively court university students, concerns are mounting over the potential harms of such engagement. Drawing on his extensive experience as a former deputy vice-chancellor in charge of student affairs and alumni from 2008 until 2020, Professor Datu Mohd Fadzil Abd Rahman shared his thoughts
KUCHING: The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributors could use Account 2 as collateral for loans from banks in order to assist those facing financial difficulties, including debt, according to an economist. Speaking to New Sarawak Tribune, I-CATS University College economist Shazali Abu Mansor said for that purpose, the government would
KUCHING: The proposal to use Employee Provident Fund (EPF) Account 2 as collateral for personal bank loans has come under fire from an economist, warning that it could exacerbate Malaysia’s already high levels of household debt. Speaking out against it, Carmelo Ferlito warned that such a move could lead to
‘Cats have a scam going – you buy the food, they eat the food, they go away; that’s the deal.’ – Eddie Izzard, British stand-up comedian. I was on a roll, getting things done left and right, when suddenly my phone rang. It was an unknown number flashing on
KUCHING: Sarawak’s palm oil plantations are facing challenges in their efforts to adopt automation and mechanisation due to labour shortage and compatibility issues, according to the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB). New Sarawak Tribune spoke to its director general Datuk Dr Ahmad Parveez Ghulam Kadir who acknowledged that while the
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