Important for govt to be attentive, avoid political blunders over reform agenda - PM Anwar
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim urged SUARAM to be more objective in its criticism of the govt over the allegedly slow pace of reforms in Malaysia.
Fri Apr 28 2023
Saifuddin: I was not minister responsible for ICERD
He however acknowledged that ICERD is contained in the Pakatan Harapan manifesto and was mentioned by the then prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad at the United Nations (UN) conference in 2018.
Tue Apr 13 2021
Perhimpunan Solidariti Kedamaian
In this new Malaysia, everyone has the right and should be given a voice and a platform to voice their concerns and opinions. Or, do they?
Fri Mar 29 2019
[OPINION] 2019 as the centurion of the First World War: Malaysia Reborn
1919 was the year when the Versailles Treaty was concluded. It marked the end of World War I. While not perfect, it temporarily forestalled the butchery of the European empires.
Thu Jan 03 2019
[OPINION] Malaysia's accession to ICERD: You can't have your cake and eat it too
The Malays respected the citizenship status of the non-Malays and in return, the non-Malays acknowledged the special rights of the Malays and other Bumiputras.
Thu Dec 27 2018
[OPINION] Anti-ICERD Rally: Rethinking ethnic solidarity in Malaysia
In principle I do not support street demonstrations and rallies, although I am told they allow the voiceless to be heard.
Thu Dec 20 2018
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