[COLUMNIST] Revisiting Malaysia’s biofuel roadmap
Strengthening biodiesel mandate and introducing a bioethanol program can help Malaysia achieve its net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2050.
Wed Jul 03 2024
Planting 'koala corridors' to save Australia's endangered marsupial
The koala is predicted to be extinct in New South Wales by 2050, with some of the biggest threats being wildfires and habitat loss.
Sat Nov 25 2023
Malaysia to launch blueprint for solid waste, towards circular economy
Nga Kor Ming said KPKT is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Tue Oct 31 2023
Alzheimer's crisis: Every 3.2 seconds, new patient emerges
According to WHO data, the number of Alzheimer's patients in the world is expected to rise to 139 million by 2050.
Sun Sep 24 2023
Govt to allocate RM2 bln for national energy transition facility
It is estimated that an investment of at least RM1.2 trillion between 2023 and 2050 is needed to enable responsible energy transition.
Tue Aug 29 2023
NETR to create investment opportunities of up to RM1.85 trillion by 2050
The National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) launched today will open up investment opportunities of up to RM1.85 trillion by 2050.
Thu Jul 27 2023
'Alarming' rise in diabetes globally by 2050- Study
There are currently 529 million people in the world with diabetes, a study showed.
Sun Jun 25 2023
How droughts can leave people with nowhere to go
By 2050 around 145 million people in the Global South could be forced to relocate within their own countries.
Fri Jun 16 2023
Malaysia supports target to cut carbon intensity in international shipping - Anthony
Malaysia strongly supports the target to cut carbon intensity in international shipping by 40 per cent in 2030 and 70 per cent by 2050.
Tue May 23 2023
Malaysia needs to invest $375 bil in renewables to reach 2050 climate goals - Report
Malaysia has pledged to cut its greenhouse gas emissions dramatically by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
Thu Mar 09 2023
MYEG commits to 2050 net zero target
MYEGs progress in implementing sustainable practices is reflected in its latest Environment, Social and Governance ratings across the leading measures.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Saudi unveils plan for massive new airport in capital
The airport is set to accommodate 120 million travellers by 2030 and 185 million travellers by 2050.
Tue Nov 29 2022
[COLUMNIST] Brussels Effect will accelerate sustainable supply chains in Malaysia
EU CBAM will play a pivotal role in pushing Malaysia to become a carbon-neutral nation by 2050.
Wed Nov 16 2022
Major glaciers, including Dolomites and Yosemite, to disappear by 2050 - UN report
UNESCO monitors some 18,600 glaciers across 50 of its World Heritage sites and said that a third of those are set to disappear by 2050.
Thu Nov 03 2022
Tax policies key to encouraging corporations to embrace ESG - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Zafrul said the Malaysia is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
Tue Oct 18 2022
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024