Malaysia proposes mechanism for regional travel
Malaysia has proposed for the development of an "appropriate regulatory coherence mechanism to facilitate safe, convenient and seamless travel at the regional level".
Fri Nov 12 2021
Daily Dose @ 5: PM to lead delegation at AELM 2021, US journalist Fenster jailed for 11 years in Myanmar
A rundown of the most important stories you need to know for the day, from the newsroom of Astro AWANI.
Fri Nov 12 2021
PM Ismail Sabri to lead M'sian delegation at APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting 2021
Ismail Sabri will lead the Malaysian delegation at the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting (AELM) scheduled at 7 pm today.
Fri Nov 12 2021
21 APEC leaders expressed commitment, simplify access to COVID-19 vaccine
APEC leaders also acknowledged to meet the needs of those affected by the pandemic and empower the economic sector.
Sat Nov 21 2020
Impact of COVID-19 worse than US-China trade war - Muhyiddin
Muhyiddin said the health crisis and its impact on the global economic ecosystem was a major agenda for all APEC economies this year.
Sat Nov 21 2020
APEC 2020: Kuala Lumpur Declaration reflects aspirations of members
Among the contents of the declaration include the fight and mitigation measures of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sat Nov 21 2020
Malaysia, amid political turmoil, says to host virtual APEC summit in Nov
Muhyiddin will chair on Nov. 20 the Economic Leaders' Meeting (AELM) which will have the participation of all 21 APEC economic leaders.
Mon Oct 26 2020
Najib leads delegation to APEC meet
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement today, said the 23rd AELM would be chaired by Philippine President Benigno S. Aquino III.
Tue Nov 17 2015
Najib holds productive meetings on the sidelines of APEC meetings
The bilateral meetings will include deepening ties with China and Russia, as well as, exploring new and innovative ideas.
Mon Nov 10 2014
Najib arrives in Beijing for APEC summit
The AELM, themed 'Shaping the Future through Asia-Pacific Partnership', will be chaired by President Xi Jinping of China.
Sun Nov 09 2014
Najib to head Malaysian delegation at 22nd APEC AELM meeting
The outcome of the 22nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting will be documented in the APEC Economic Leaders' Declaration.
Sun Nov 09 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