AWANI Tonight: ASEAN25: ASEAN must forge own narrative, avoid US-China rivalry
Prof Danny Quah from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy at NUS stresses that ASEAN must carve out its own development path, one that steers clear of conflict and the US-China rivalry.
Mon Feb 03 2025

Indonesia's Prabowo wants key buildings in new capital ready in 4 years
Key government buildings were recently completed, while toll road and airport construction are underway.
Mon Oct 28 2024

Indonesian President Prabowo plans new state investment firm
The intention is so that investments that are scattered can be consolidated and can be leveraged, says Muliaman Hadad.
Tue Oct 22 2024

Indonesia hails Chinese firm as first foreign investor in troubled new capital
Chinese property firm Delonix Group is "the pioneering foreign company investing in the new capital," said President Jokowi.
Wed Sep 25 2024

Indonesian leader spends final weeks of his term in unfinished new capital
Joko Widodo says it could take decades before Nusantara is finished, and Prabowo Subianto promises to speed up construction.
Thu Sep 12 2024

Pope Francis arrives in Indonesia to begin ambitious Asia-Pacific tour
Pope Francis will also visit East Timor, Singapore and Papua New Guinea over the next 10 days.
Tue Sep 03 2024

Flying taxis in Indonesia's new capital will need to follow international rules
The Transportation Ministry issued permit for technical test, considering it a scientific test to study and develop flying taxi services.
Tue Jul 30 2024

Indonesian president tries out palace in proposed new capital
Joko Widodo has been rushing to complete as much of the new capital as possible before he steps down in October.
Mon Jul 29 2024

Indonesian government receives proposals for seven new SEZs
The Indonesian government has received proposals to establish seven new special economic zones (SEZs).
Tue Jul 23 2024

Dozens reported killed in strike on Gaza school that Israel says targeted Hamas
Hamas official said 40 people including women and children were killed as they sheltered in the U.N. site.
Thu Jun 06 2024

Questions swirl about Indonesia new capital city project after resignations
The head and deputy head of the body overseeing Indonesia's planned new capital have unexpectedly resigned.
Mon Jun 03 2024

Jakarta to remain economic hub as Indonesia prepares to move capital city
Jakarta will remain Indonesia's capital until the president issues a decree officially naming Nusantara as the new capital.
Thu Mar 28 2024

Indonesian President Jokowi to start working from new capital in July
President Joko Widodo has said that he will start working from the new national capital Nusantara in East Kalimantan in July this year.
Fri Mar 01 2024

INSIGHT - How a Chinese rocket failure boosted Elon Musk's SpaceX in Indonesia
Since its failure, SpaceX has launched two Indonesian satellites, with a third set for Tuesday; China has handled none.
Tue Feb 20 2024

Nusantara: Indonesia's quest to build an inclusive, global capital
Nusantara is set to replace Jakarta as the capital of Indonesia in August 2024.
Mon Feb 19 2024

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025