Temporary pass a friendly, mature gesture - Bangladesh govt
Its Foreign Affairs Minister Shahriar Alam described the announcement as a good gesture, very friendly and mature.
Thu Jan 19 2017
Freeze intake of foreign workers, including Bangladeshis - Ahmad Zahid
Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi had ordered the intake for all foreign workers including the 1.5 million Bangladesh workers to be frozen, with immediate effect.
Fri Feb 19 2016
1.5 mil Bangladeshi workers not solely for Malaysia - Richard Riot
Datuk Seri Richard Riot said the 1.5 million Bangladeshi workers are those registered with the ministry in Bangladesh to work in 139 countries worldwide.
Fri Feb 19 2016
Malaysia-Bangladesh sign MoU to recruit 1.5 million workers
After much deliberation and debate, the deal was finally inked by the two governments in Dhaka, earlier today.
Thu Feb 18 2016
No specific figure for Bangladeshi workers entering Malaysia
The Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) insists there is no specific figure for Bangladesh workers entering the country because it depends on the actual needs of the employer during the application.
Thu Feb 11 2016
Bangladeshi workers will arrive in February
The first batch of workers from Bangladesh is set to arrive in Malaysia, following the recent signing of a memorandum of understanding on manpower between Dhaka and Kuala Lumpur.
Mon Dec 03 2012
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