Indonesia moves site of ASEAN military drills away from South China Sea
The exercise will now be moved out of the strategic waterway altogether to the South Natuna Sea in Indonesian waters, said Julius Widjojono.
Thu Jun 22 2023
Malaysian-registered cargo vessel missing in Indonesian waters
The vessel's last location, detected through the AIS, was in Indonesian waters, 0.2 nautical miles from the boundary of Johor waters.
Tue Jan 10 2023
No evidence packets of cooking oil in Indonesian waters came from M'sia - Annuar
There is no evidence to show that packets of cooking oil found floating in Indonesian waters originated from Malaysia.
Thu Aug 04 2022
Indonesian Consul's claims on cabotage policy hampering trade inaccurate, confusing - Wee
The statement by an Indonesian Consul in Sabah pertaining to the use of wooden hull ships and smaller vessels in Malaysian and Indonesian waters by linking them with the cabotage policy is inaccurate.
Thu May 19 2022
'Vier Harmoni' tanker hijacked in Indonesian waters - MMEA
The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) said in a statement that the ship, Vier Harmoni, has been located in the waters off Batam, Indonesia.
Wed Aug 17 2016
Released Sekinchan fishermen due to return tomorrow
The documentation process was being completed to enable Chua Lee Teck, 45, and Heng Chee Yong, 29, to be brought back to Malaysia immediately, says Jamal.
Wed Jun 15 2016
Two Sekinchan fishermen detained in Indonesia to be released tomorrow - Zahid
This was made possible after the Indonesian President Joko Widodo signed the letter of pardon for the two fishermen.
Tue Jun 14 2016
No reports on 200 local fishermen missing at sea - Ismail Sabri
There is no report about any local fishermen being lost or missing at sea to be linked to the report on the arrest of 200 fishermen.
Fri Nov 21 2014
Identities of 200 fishermen detained in Indonesian waters still 'vague' - Zahrain
Malaysian ambassador to Indonesia Datuk Seri Zahrain Mohamed Hashim says he has yet to receive official confirmation on the arrests of the fishermen, reportedly to be Malaysians.
Thu Nov 20 2014
Illegal fishing: Authorities identifying Malaysian fishermen held in Indonesia
The Malaysian Fisheries Development Board is in the midst of identifying a group of 200-odd Malaysian fishermen detained in Indonesian waters for illegal fishing.
Thu Nov 20 2014
200 Malaysians detained in Indonesian waters for illegal fishing
The move comes as newly-elected president Joko Widodo or Jokowi expresses a more assertive stance towards rampant illegal fishing in its territorial waters.
Wed Nov 19 2014
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