![Tiong Lai's bid to wrest Bentong has MCA's full backing, says Wee Tiong Lai's bid to wrest Bentong has MCA's full backing, says Wee](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-08/41533894034_MCA.jpg)
Tiong Lai's bid to wrest Bentong has MCA's full backing, says Wee
MCA fully backs former president Tan Sri Liow Tiong Lai's bid to wrest back the Bentong parliamentary seat in the GE15.
Tue Oct 18 2022
![Eight years on, mystery of MH370 is remembered Eight years on, mystery of MH370 is remembered](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/81646560882_SafetyInvestigation.jpg)
Eight years on, mystery of MH370 is remembered
Today marks eight years on, since the tragedy of the mysterious disappearance of Malaysia Airlines (MAS) flight MH370.
Tue Mar 08 2022
![Federal govt to help rebuild Kampung Baru Karak Federal govt to help rebuild Kampung Baru Karak](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/51633419109_HalimahMohamed.jpg)
Federal govt to help rebuild Kampung Baru Karak
Halimah said the redevelopment plan would be discussed with the state govt and would also take into account the views of the locals there.
Tue Oct 12 2021
![Anjung Malaysia - a unique Malaysian experience at KLIA Anjung Malaysia - a unique Malaysian experience at KLIA](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-11/81511317907_MAHB.jpg)
Anjung Malaysia - a unique Malaysian experience at KLIA
Liow said Anjung Malaysia leverages on the concept of 'sense of place' to create a unique opportunity for visitors to delve into the richness of Malaysian culture.
Wed Nov 22 2017
![Malaysia can phase out internal combustion engine in 15 years - Technologist Malaysia can phase out internal combustion engine in 15 years - Technologist](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-10/81509356654_keretaelektrik.jpg)
Malaysia can phase out internal combustion engine in 15 years - Technologist
Imagine accelerating in your spanking new electric cars in a carbon-dioxide (CO2) free Kuala Lumpur traffic.
Mon Oct 30 2017
![MCA will field candidates picked by the people MCA will field candidates picked by the people](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-01/81483786136_LiowTiongLai.jpg)
MCA will field candidates picked by the people
MCA always conducted surveys on the candidates who could work and were liked by the local communities to ensure the best decisions could be made for the Chinese community.
Sun Oct 22 2017
![Liow: Bellew's departure 'unexpected' Liow: Bellew's departure 'unexpected'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/51499257970_950x600.jpg)
Liow: Bellew's departure 'unexpected'
The decision of Malaysia Airlines' CEO, Peter Bellew, to rejoin Ireland-based Ryanair Holdings plc, is unexpected, but it will not affect the national carrier's transformation agenda.
Wed Oct 18 2017
![MCA hopes KL residents return to support BN - Liow MCA hopes KL residents return to support BN - Liow](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-09/71504624752_LiowTiongLai.jpg)
MCA hopes KL residents return to support BN - Liow
The MCA hopes the people in Kuala Lumpur will return to give their support to the party and Barisan Nasional (BN) in the next general election.
Sun Sep 24 2017
![SPAD to appoint rail freight operators SPAD to appoint rail freight operators](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-11/71478964039_950x600.jpg)
SPAD to appoint rail freight operators
The government plans to have more train operators in order to maximise the use of the country's railway system.
Mon Sep 18 2017
![Chinese are patriotic, wants Malaysia to develop more rapidly - Liow Chinese are patriotic, wants Malaysia to develop more rapidly - Liow](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-09/71504624752_LiowTiongLai.jpg)
Chinese are patriotic, wants Malaysia to develop more rapidly - Liow
Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said the Chinese community had high hopes of seeing Malaysia develop more rapidly and continue to prosper.
Sat Sep 16 2017
![Malaysia not 'colonised' by China - Liow Malaysia not 'colonised' by China - Liow](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-09/71505212441_DSLiowTiongLai.jpg)
Malaysia not 'colonised' by China - Liow
He said Malaysia was not being 'colonised' by China through FDI, adding that the allegations were merely political manipulation.
Tue Sep 12 2017
![MRT3 project to start earlier - Liow MRT3 project to start earlier - Liow](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/71499936602_LiowTiongLai.jpg)
MRT3 project to start earlier - Liow
The Mass Rapid Transit Third Line (MRT3) project is currently at the early discussion stage with the stakeholders, said Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai.
Tue Sep 05 2017
![MH370: DCA officers sent to Madagascar to identify debris - Liow MH370: DCA officers sent to Madagascar to identify debris - Liow](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/71499936602_LiowTiongLai.jpg)
MH370: DCA officers sent to Madagascar to identify debris - Liow
SOP in handling the debris involved either Malaysia sending its officers there or the debris being transferred here for identification.
Tue Sep 05 2017
![MCA open to discussion with BN component parties on seat exchange MCA open to discussion with BN component parties on seat exchange](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/51474371810_LiowTiongLai.jpg)
MCA open to discussion with BN component parties on seat exchange
MCA is open to discussion with other Barisan Nasional (BM) component parties on the possibility to exchange seats to increase the chances of their candidates to win in the 14th general election
Mon Sep 04 2017
![Transport Ministry willing to study need of airlines to offer additional insurance Transport Ministry willing to study need of airlines to offer additional insurance](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/71499936602_LiowTiongLai.jpg)
Transport Ministry willing to study need of airlines to offer additional insurance
Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said the ministry was prepared to do so if there was a request from the stakeholders.
Sun Sep 03 2017
![Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her' Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738926628_TBTHAICHINA.jpg)
Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'
Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra says, she personally looked into security protocols in place to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738922827_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM
There is no need for such guidelines because Muslims already know their boundaries, says PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages [COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-05/51590765086_exam.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages
What the nation needs now are credible, research-driven solutions that do more than just scratch the surface.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81635504957_AnnaJenkins.jpg)
Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision
Annapuranee "Anna" Jenkins' remains were found nearly three years later, after her 2017 abrupt disappearance while on holiday in Penang.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738925520_ZaynRayyan.jpg)
Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault"
According to the teacher, Zayn Rayyan's mother said those words when she visited the family a day after the child was reported missing.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738921639_MohdNaimMokhtar.jpg)
Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first
This issue arose following several inquiries from Muslims regarding invitations to events organised by non-Muslim communities, says JAKIM.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist' Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738920610_ReynhardSinaga.jpg)
Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist'
Reynhard Sinaga was found guilty in Manchester of assaulting 48 men whom he drugged after taking them back to his apartment from clubs.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738919573_HelikopterTerhempa.jpg)
Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today
AAIB is still conducting investigations at the scene, and the helicopter wreckage will be removed once the probe is completed.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Vehicle inspections: MOT announces three new companies, ending Puspakom’s monopoly Vehicle inspections: MOT announces three new companies, ending Puspakom’s monopoly](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738921212_PPKM.jpg)
Vehicle inspections: MOT announces three new companies, ending Puspakom’s monopoly
Loke said the companies were selected based on key criteria, including financial stability and a minimum paid-up capital of RM10 million.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![[COLUMNIST] Slower economic growth: Balancing risks and opportunities [COLUMNIST] Slower economic growth: Balancing risks and opportunities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41737042830_economylaptop.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Slower economic growth: Balancing risks and opportunities
Policymakers and businesses must balance fiscal consolidation and economic risks to ensure sustained growth this year.
Fri Feb 07 2025