In Depth

Should you opt out of the loan deferment?

The deferment package allows small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and individuals to delay their loan repayments up to six months from April 1. The deferment includes conventional loans and Islamic financing repayment obligations (including mortgage loan and hire purchase loan), except for credit card balances.

COVID-19 patient No 53: Suggestions to alleviate taxpayers' burden

S. Saravana Kumar: The global economy, which was largely marred with the US-China trade war, was already sluggish even before the COVID-19 outbreak. Inevitably, the slowing global economy certainly has an impact on our country, which is one of the leading trading nations in this region.

An open letter to the Prime Minister on what should be done to combat COVID-19

The pandemic has to be addressed decisively, the plans to do so should be communicated clearly, and implemented in a way that improves the integrity of institutions in this country, and the people’s confidence in them. Maintaining the fabric of our society and the unity of the country are as important as managing the pandemic and its consequences.

Working from home and loving it

Jason Oh: The home is the most cosy and personal workspace one can ever ask for especially when you’re living alone