Alleged victim of NZ diplomat sex assault case speaks out
Tania Billingsley criticised New Zealand's poor handling of the case and its lackadaisical attitude towards sexual violence in the country.
Wed Jul 09 2014
Malaysian diplomat's alleged victim wants NZ's foreign minister to quit
Tania Billingsley called Wednesday for New Zealand's foreign minister to resign over his handling of the affair.
Wed Jul 09 2014
Malaysia's decision to return official to New Zealand welcomed
New Zealand Foreign Minister Murray McCully thanked the Malaysian government for the very welcome development in this issue.
Wed Jul 02 2014
MFAT apologises over handling of Malaysian sexual assault case
New Zealand's foreign ministry has apologised for its management in the case of a Malaysian diplomat accused of sexual assault.
Wed Jul 02 2014
POLL: Should Muhammad Rizalman be tried in Malaysia or New Zealand?
Should Muhammad Rizalman Ismail, the Malaysian envoy accused of sexual assault, be tried in Malaysia or New Zealand?
Wed Jul 02 2014
NZ sex assault: Wellington satisfied with Putrajaya's commitment
New Zealand's Foreign Affairs Minister Murray McCully says he has clarified with M'sian Foreign Minister Anifah Aman on any misunderstanding relating to the case.
Wed Jul 02 2014
NZ disappointed at failure to secure marine reserve for Antartica
The New Zealand government expressed disappointment at the failure of the international community to agree on a proposal for a marine protected area (MPA) in the Antarctic's Ross Sea region.
Fri Nov 02 2012
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