PETALING JAYA JAN.16: The “e-Tunai Rakyat” programme launched by
Pakatan Harapan government on Wednesday was not only to invite 15 million Malaysians to use e-wallet but to convince small business entrepreneurs to use the digital payment system.
Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng has suggested all business entrepreneurs to
immediately register with the e-wallet provider in order to get the benefits from
the programme sponsored by the government.
“Your participation will help the government’s effort to reduce the digital gap between small businesses and big companies and between big cities and rural areas,” said Guan Eng in his speech at SS2 here today.
Guan Eng was on his tour to Petaling Jaya to get the response and feedback
from the “e-Tunai Rakyat” programme that was launched on January 15.
Guan Eng also urged the Boost, GrabPay and Touch ‘n Go to double their efforts in widening the usage of the digital payment among small business
entrepreneurs in the cities and the remote areas.
The Finance Minister also reported that the response from “e-Tunai Rakyat”
programme was very encouraging as at 9.pm yesterday (Wednesday) about
380,000 applications had been received and 320,000 had been approved.
The number of applicants is expected to increase when the e-wallet system is more stable.
The “e-Tunai Rakyat” programme was launched yesterday in which the government has granted RM30 each to 15 million people aged 18 and above
with income less than RM100, 000 per year.
Guan Eng said RM450 million has been set aside in the 2020 Budget to implement the “e-Tunai Rakyat” that was announced on October 11, 2019.
The free gift of RM30 from the government said Guan Eng could be obtained from any one of the three e-wallet providers that participated in the programme.
“All the three e-wallet providers will also give out additional incentive on top of
the RM30 from the government. For example “Touch ‘n Go will give extra
RM30 that makes the total value of RM60 of “e-Tunai Rakyat” from e-wallet,”
said Guan Eng. –Malaysia World News
more recommended stories
-
Ramadan bazaar may not be allowed this year if MCO continues
PETALING JAYA: Only few days left for.
Malaysia hit 2,908 Covid-19 cases and 45 deathsMalaysia has recorded another 142 new.
Hotels and resorts to be used for quarantine purposes, says Director General of HealthPUTRAJAYA: 334 centres have been identified.
Woman arrested for calling roadblock police “idiots”PETALING JAYA: A woman who shouted.
COVID-19: Strict action on those who hide information about tabligh participantsKUALA LUMPUR MAR 31: The Royal.
Malaysians coming back from abroad to be quarantined 14 days in special centresPUTRAJAYA MAR 31: All Malaysians coming.
17 people detected COVID-19 positive in a condominium complex in Menara City One, KLKUALA LUMPUR: The Enhanced Control.
Social discipline will determine COVID-19 situation in April – Dr. Noor HishamPUTRAJAYA MAR 30: The situation (curve).
47 people jailed 10 days and fined RM500 each for defying Covid-19 MCOJohor: 47 people between age 25.
Supermarkets, shops selling essentials start at 8a.m till 8 p.m from 1st April – IsmailPUTRAJAYA: Super and hyper markets, shops.
RM250billion stimulus package puts Malaysians at ease during Covid-19`s difficult timeMalaysia has unveiled a RM250 billion.
71 people from Maahad Tahfiz An-Nabawiyyah tested COVID-19 positiveKUALA LUMPUR: The enforcement of Enhanced.
Malaysian government allocated RM5.8 million to help supply food and daily necessities to the needyPUTRAJAYA MAR.29: Non-governmental organisations (NGO) are.
PDRM and ATM are now using drones to monitor MCO in red zone Covid-19 outbreak areasKUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM).
Malaysia follows China approach to contain the spread of coronavirus to safe zonesPETALING JAYA: The enhanced movement.
Police detained 116 people in 5 mosques for not complying with MCOPUTRAJAYA MAR. 28: Police had detained.
Malaysian govt to give financial aids to all employers and workers affected by Covid-19PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin.
Malaysian govt allocates RM250 billion to help the people overcome COVID-19 effectsPUTRAJAYA MAR 27:- Prime Minister Tan.
The government imposed a lockdown in two areas in Johor after 83 tested Covid-19 positiveKUALA LUMPUR MAR.26: The Ministry of.
Malaysian ministers to have 2 months pay cut to help people affected by COVID-19PUTRAJAYA MAR 26: All the Malaysian.
64.4% health staff infected with the deadly Covid-19 outside hospitalPUTRAJAYA MAR 25: The Ministry of.
Malaysia’s Covid-19 climbs to 1,796 cases, 19 deathsPutrajaya – Ministry of Health in.
Malaysian govt extends MCO another two weeks till April 14PUTRAJAYA MAR 25: The Movement Control.
Chinese medical experts to help Malaysia combat COVID-19PUTRAJAYA MAR 24: Medical experts at.
Malaysia’s covid-19 cases rise to 1,624, death toll 15PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has recorded a.
MCO: 695 police reports lodged and 46 cases under investigationPUTRAJAYA MAR 24: A total of.
COVID-19: Government announces economic initiatives to help Malaysians cope their daily livesPUTRAJAYA MAR 23: In the wake.
COVID-19: Malaysia’s illegal migrants urged to come forward for health sceeningPUTRAJAYA MAR 22: Illegal migrants or.
Stubborn laundry shop owner warned by police for not complying with MCOKuala Lumpur, March 22- A Laundry.
Malaysia’s covid-19 cases rise to 1,183 infections, 8 deathMalaysia health ministry announced on Saturday.
Selangor government adds more limits and rules under MCOKUALA LUMPUR, March 21 — Selangor.
Malaysia government to buy 10 million masks from China for front linersPUTRAJAYA MAR.21: The government has decided.
His Majesty Al-Sultan Abdullah urges the people to abide with MCO, stay home and keep clean all the timeKUALA LUMPUR MAR 20: His Majesty.
15 Malaysian doctors and medical staff infected with Covid-19Kuala Lumpur: 15 Malaysian doctors and.
Government supplying food to 60,000 students staying in campuses during MCO PUTRAJAYA MAR 20: The government has.
Military to help the police in enforcing MCO starting on Sunday March 22PUTRAJAYA MAR.20: The government has decided.
Ismail Sabri: Strict actions by police if Movement Control Order not followedPUTRAJAYA MAR 19: The Malaysian Police.
Military will be used if Malaysians do not want to stay home PUTRAJAYA: The government would use its.
Covid-19 outbreak worsens in Malaysia, the govnt imposed movement control order All Malaysians are ordered.
Malaysia Prime Minister urges all Malaysians to stay at home to avoid covid-19 infectionsPUTRAJAYA MAR 18: Prime Minister Tan.
COVID-19: Malaysia recorded two dead, plus 673 affected casesPUTRAJAYA MAR 17: Malaysia not only.
Police may act on those who defy the restricted movement orderUALA LUMPUR: The authorities may take action.
Covid-19: China to supply medical equipment to MalaysiaPETALING JAYA: China Ambassador to Malaysia.
All Malaysians are ordered to stay home for two weeks to avoid coronavirus infectionPUTRAJAYA MAR 16 : The government.
Malaysia gives various financial assistance to its people who are affected by COVID-19PUTRAJAYA MAR.16: Following the effects of.
YPC International College implements strict precautionary measure against COVID-19Kuala Lumpur – YPC International College.
LGE rubbishes allegations against his son, vows to sue Papa GomoKUALA LUMPUR, March 15 — DAP.
Hishammuddin: 11 Malaysians overseas infected by Covid-19PUTRAJAYA: Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin.
Malaysia cancels all events and gatherings after many people tested positive for coronavirusPUTRAJAYA MAR 13: All international meetings,.
39 new coronavirus cases reported today in MalaysiaMinistry of Health (MoH) and Health.