Budget 2021: Approve RM10,000 from EPF, expand moratorium to get BN support - Najib
Najib said it is impossible for the new life of the affected people to be started with just a withdrawal of RM500 a month from the account.
Tue Nov 10 2020
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Government examining proposal on EPF Account 1 withdrawal, Arizona picks Biden in historic shift
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Wed Nov 04 2020
Najib not ignoring previous govt policies - Shahrir
Tan Sri Shahrir Abd Samad said such policies still existed but had been revived by Najib to suit the current changes.
Sun Mar 05 2017
BN to release message from Tanjong Datu candidate Datuk Amar Jamilah Anu
Jamilah's absence to observe 'tempoh idah' had drawn some amount of curiosity particularly among non-Muslim voters in some remote rural areas.
Tue Feb 14 2017
MPs need to change attitude to initiate parliamentary transformation
The implementation of parliamentary transformation must begin with the MPs changing their attitude and voicing out the people's voice, rather than the voice of their respective political parties.
Wed Mar 30 2016
PM Najib, MPs receive Mantap participants
89 participants were selected to join the Mantap programme this year aimed at exposing students to affairs pertaining to Parliament.
Mon Oct 19 2015
BN's fate not determined by Tun M's support - Shahrir Samad
BN's fate is not determined by Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's support, says Barisan Nasional Backbenchers Club chairman Tan Sri Shahrir Abdul Samad.
Wed Aug 19 2015
The people accept explanation on RM2.6 billion - Shahrir
Tan Sri Shahrir Abdul Samad says the response that BN MPs receive indicate that the public accept the government's explanation on the RM2.6 billion donation to the Prime Minister.
Wed Aug 19 2015
Differences of opinion does not necessarily lead to toppling government - Shahrir
Allegations that twenty BNBBC members of Parliament were involved in the conspiracy to topple the government is not true at all, said its chairman Tan Sri Shahrir Samad.
Tue Aug 18 2015
Shahrir admits getting funds from Najib, ready to explain further
BNBBC chairman Tan Sri Shahrir Abdul Samad has admitted to receiving funds from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
Mon Aug 17 2015
'The people will evaluate BN and UMNO' - Shahrir Samad
The evaluation will reveal the peoples trust towards the party following to the rise of various issues.
Sat Aug 15 2015
'PAC should resume investigation into 1MDB immediately' - Shahrir Samad
This is because it is connected to the image and integrity of Barisan Nasional (BN) led by UMNO.
Sat Aug 15 2015
Special parliament sitting must be called to appoint new PAC chief, members - Shahrir
The Barisan Nasional Back Benchers Club chairman Tan Sri Shahrir Abdul Samad said the vacancies should be filled as soon a possible to enable the PAC to carry out its duties.
Sat Aug 08 2015
1MDB: People urged to trust country's institutions to deal with issue - Shahrir
BNBBC chairman Tan Sri Shahrir Abdul Samad said the people should not be influenced by external elements like foreign media speculation, and should be patient in awaiting any decision.
Sun Jul 05 2015
Any irregularity in 1MDB will be traced - Shahrir
The 1MDB transparency in implementing its objectives should not be questioned because its financial statements are now open for investigation.
Tue Mar 17 2015
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