Outsourcing AES project implementation inappropriate - PAC
Wong Kah Woh said that this was among the conclusions made by the PAC in its proceedings regarding the AES project under the Transport Ministry.
Tue Nov 23 2021
Digitalisation to accelerate ASEAN economic recovery post-COVID-19 - Azmin
The 19th ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Council Meeting, will concentrate on promoting the region's post-pandemic economic recovery through digitalisation.
Sun Nov 15 2020
A new vision for SMEs turning the policy paradigm on its head
It is a golden opportunity for the government to re-envision and further elevate the role and place of our SMEs in our economy.
Fri Nov 13 2020
AEC the cornerstone of Malaysia's trade policy - Azmin
The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) is the cornerstone of Malaysia's trade policy and remains an important platform towards creating a deeply integrated and highly cohesive regional economy.
Mon Aug 24 2020
Govt willing to discuss with Bank Negara to improve access to credit for SMEs to penetrate AEC
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said that Malaysia was ranked as one of the leading countries in terms of access to credit.
Sun Nov 22 2015
Thanks to AEC, ASEAN recovers from financial turmoil faster
The continuous inflow of investments coupled with its resilient growth rate has allowed ASEAN to recover from the financial turmoil at a faster pace than other countries and regions.
Thu Nov 19 2015
AEC will not ignore poor and unskilled workers - Najib
The strong growth and inflow of foreign direct investments have led to the creation of jobs, with the average ASEAN unemployment rate now at a low of 3.3 percent.
Thu Nov 19 2015
Australian Sex Party re-enters politics two months after deregistration
Furious supporters had protested in early May right after the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) decided to cancel the party's registration status.
Sun Jul 26 2015
ASEAN needs sustainable, inclusive economic progress - Najib
Economic progress being sought by ASEAN must be sustainable and inclusive, with the fruits of success shared by all, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
Mon May 18 2015
ASEAN given the thumbs up over AEC by EU
EU-ASEAN Business Council executive director, Chris Humphrey, says building an economic community is a process that can continue for many years.
Sun Apr 26 2015
ABAC Malaysia calls for bold decisions by ASEAN towards AEC
The ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ABAC) Malaysia says its imperative for members of the regional grouping to show progress in making the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) a reality.
Tue Apr 21 2015
UBM expects 10 pct average exhibition market growth in Asean
The global exhibition business was valued at US$23 billion in 2014 with Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam accounting for US$600 million.
Sun Jan 18 2015
Leaders to put their thinking caps on post-2015 Asean - Munir Majid
Asean member countries should put their thinking caps on the post-2015 Asean to reap a meaningful achievement from the Asean Economic Community (AEC) target.
Wed Nov 19 2014
Asean confident of achieving 95 per cent of measures under AEC blueprint
Asean member states are confident that by end-2015, at least 95 per cent of the measures under the Asean Economic Community (AEC) Blueprint will be implemented.
Wed Nov 12 2014
Neymar backing Brazil challenger Neves in election run-off
Brazilian football idol Neymar on Thursday voiced support for presidential challenger Aecio Neves, just three days before this weekend's election run-off.
Fri Oct 24 2014
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