ASEAN Summits: PM continues regional dialogues on second day
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is expected to meet China's Premier Li Qiang at the National Convention Centre.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Myanmar and South China Sea to test ASEAN relevance in upcoming summit
Myanmar's civil war and mounting tensions in the South China Sea risk corroding the ASEAN grouping's central role in the region.
Tue Oct 08 2024
Malaysia to focus on strengthening economic cooperation, attraction in investments in ASEAN Summit
The 44th and 45th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits will begin tomorrow in Laos.
Mon Oct 07 2024
ASEAN leaders share unexpected in-flight diplomacy ahead of Laos Summit
The lack of direct flights from many ASEAN capitals led to an impromptu gathering of regional heavyweights on the same plane to Vientiane.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Job scams among main agendas to discuss at ASEAN Summit 2025
Datuk Seri Saifudin Nasution Ismail said Malaysia decided to address the issue of job scams as it has become a global crisis.
Thu Apr 04 2024
ASEAN summit focus on maritime security, trade amid South China Sea tensions
The summit is also expected to release joint declaration that outlines ASEAN's position on Israel-Gaza war and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Wed Mar 06 2024
PM attends dialogue partners meeting on final day of ASEAN Summit
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will also participate in the 18th East Asia Summit, 3rd ASEAN-Australia Summit and 13th ASEAN-UN Summit.
Thu Sep 07 2023
Australia to host ASEAN leaders in Melbourne next March
The summit would also be a chance for diplomatic bilateral meetings and business forums, Australia PM Anthony Albanese said.
Wed Sep 06 2023
China warns against 'new Cold War' at ASEAN summit
Chinese Premier Li Qiang said countries needed to "appropriately handle differences and disputes".
Wed Sep 06 2023
ASEAN welcomes world leaders as China-US rivalry overshadows region
High on the agenda is Southeast Asian concern over China's activities in the South China Sea.
Wed Sep 06 2023
Indonesia warns ASEAN on 'destructive' rivalry as Jakarta summit opens
Don't turn our ship into an arena for rivalry that is destructive, said Indonesian President Joko Widodo.
Tue Sep 05 2023
PM tells ASEAN leaders to guard group against major powers' divisive actions
Issues in South China Sea must be managed in a peaceful and rational way through dialogue and consultation, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Tue Sep 05 2023
ASEAN leaders seek to assert bloc's relevance at annual summit
ASEAN is seeking to clarify its relevance as cracks emerge in its response to the conflict in Myanmar.
Tue Sep 05 2023
PM and wife arrive at Asean Summit venue
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is leading the M'sian delegation to the ASEAN Summit and related summits, being held from today until Thursday.
Tue Sep 05 2023
PM arrives in Jakarta to attend 43rd ASEAN Summit
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is leading the Malaysian delegation to the 43rd ASEAN Summit and related summits here from Sept 5-7.
Mon Sep 04 2023
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024