Adenan Satem's legacy in Tanjong Datu to be continued - Jamilah
All plans made by the fifth Sarawak Chief Minister in Tanjong Datu during his lifetime would be continued and she would work to implement new plans for development in the area.
Mon May 15 2017
Tanjong Datu by-election outcome proof of people's confidence
The Barisan Nasional (BN)'s victory in yesterday's Tanjong Datu state by-election is proof of the people's confidence in the BN government and its development agenda, said MCA secretary general Datuk
Sun Feb 19 2017
Late Adenan will be eternally remembered, say political analysts
BN's massive victory in the Tanjong Datu by-election yesterday means that the name and legacy of the late fifth Sarawak CM, Tan Sri Adenan Satem, will be eternally cherished by Sarawakians.
Sun Feb 19 2017
Three main factors contribute to Jamilah's win - Wan Junaidi
Firstly, it is the sterling record of the incumbent Tan Sri Adenan Satem, who was Sarawak fifth chief minister, in the constituency.
Sat Feb 18 2017
Big majority proves people still remember Tok Nan's contributions - PBB sec gen
Rundi says the increased vote majority garnered by Jamilah also showed that the new Chief Minister Datuk Amar Abang Johari Tun Openg was being accepted and gaining more respect from the people.
Sat Feb 18 2017
Tanjong Datu in for more progress following Jamilah's victory - PM Najib
Commenting on her landslide victory, he said Jamilah was now the best person to continue the legacy left by her late husband Tan Sri Adenan Satem.
Sat Feb 18 2017
Tanjong Datu by-election: Jamilah's majority beyond expectations - Johari
He said that it was also a very sweet victory because BN's objective to have the two opposition candidates in the fray to lose their deposits was met.
Sat Feb 18 2017
Tanjong Datu by-election: BN wins by even bigger majority
BN candidate Datuk Amar Jamilah Anu defeated Parti Reformasi Negeri Sarawak's (STAR) Johnny Aput and Rapelson Richard Hamit from Parti Bansa Dayak Sarawak (PBDS) Baru, by a majority of 6,443 votes.
Sat Feb 18 2017
Tanjong Datu by-election, an opportune warming up for EC in facing GE14
Its chairman Datuk Seri Mohd Hashim Abdullah said it would add up to their officers' expriences in conducting an election well.
Sat Feb 18 2017
Awang Tengah chides opposition candidates in Tanjong Datu by-election
Awang Tengah said opposition candidates had merely tried to claim and champion what the state government had been doing all the while.
Wed Feb 15 2017
Tok Nan's son calls for votes from Iban community
The youngest child of former Sarawak Chief Minister Sarawak Tan Sri Adenan Satem has called for the Iban community in the district here to vote for his mother on the polling day this Saturday.
Tue Feb 14 2017
Two opposition candidates in Tanjong Datu by-election set to lose deposit - analysts
This was because the opposition votes would be split, hence causing the two opposition candidates to lose their deposit money.
Tue Feb 14 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
Jamilah will be a very good elected rep if she wins by-election - DPM
Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate Datuk Amar Jamilah Anu for the Tanjong Datu by-election will make a very good representative of the people if she wins.
Sun Feb 12 2017
Commitment to set right anomaly in Malaysia agreement for Sarawak - Najib
The commitment is also due to their being the sons of the leaders who had signed the agreement.
Fri Feb 10 2017
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024