Malaysia secures 18.4 million doses of Russian, Chinese COVID-19 vaccines
The deals will ensure enough supplies to cover 9.2 million people, or 28.75% of the population.
Tue Jan 26 2021
Malaysia to receive Pfizer vaccine end-February - PM
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said Malaysia is expected to receive the supply of Pfizer vaccine for the first phase at the end of February.
Mon Jan 11 2021
Philippines troops, ministers get COVID-19 vaccine before approval
The recipients included members of a special security unit assigned to President Rodrigo Duterte.
Mon Dec 28 2020
Dewan Negara news in brief
The National Immunisation Plan on the COVID-19 vaccine which contains the government's detailed strategy will be finalised soon.
Wed Dec 23 2020
Malaysia secures COVID-19 vaccine for 40 percent of population. Here's what you need to know
The government is also in final negotiations with Sinovac, CanSino and Gamaleya to secure a vaccine supply increase of more than 80 percent of population.
Tue Dec 22 2020
Russian state employees describe pressure to join vaccine trials
Many quota spots for staff to join the trial remained unfilled.
Fri Dec 04 2020
Budget 2021: Is it sufficient for COVID-19 vaccines?
The associated operational costs and potential additional doses must not be underestimated in budget allocations.
Fri Nov 13 2020
Covid-19 Vaccine Breakthrough Calls for Cautious Optimism
Before putting all bets on one vaccine, thorough comparative assessment between different vaccines should be conducted.
Thu Nov 12 2020
How fetal cells from the 1970s power medical innovation today
Cells derived from a fetus that was aborted decades ago to develop vital medicines, now represent a "gold standard".
Tue Oct 20 2020
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024