![Gov't considers national law to tackle plastic waste pollution Gov't considers national law to tackle plastic waste pollution](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739172768_NazmiNikAhmad.jpg)
Gov't considers national law to tackle plastic waste pollution
Nik Nazmi says current legal controls and enforcement are limited to local authorities and do not constitute a comprehensive policy.
Mon Feb 10 2025
![Increased wildlife protection, RM10 mln fine for offenders among successes of NRES in 2024 - Nik Nazmi Increased wildlife protection, RM10 mln fine for offenders among successes of NRES in 2024 - Nik Nazmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41735113296_NikNazmi.jpg)
Increased wildlife protection, RM10 mln fine for offenders among successes of NRES in 2024 - Nik Nazmi
An increase in wildlife protection enforcement activities and the introduction a new fine amount of RM10 million for environmental criminals were among the successes of NRES in 2024
Wed Dec 25 2024
![As 2025 ASEAN Chair, Malaysia will prioritise climate change as key regional agenda - Nik Nazmi As 2025 ASEAN Chair, Malaysia will prioritise climate change as key regional agenda - Nik Nazmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/51732160512_NikNazmiNikAhmad.jpg)
As 2025 ASEAN Chair, Malaysia will prioritise climate change as key regional agenda - Nik Nazmi
As ASEAN Chair for 2025, Malaysia will prioritise climate change as a key regional agenda, aligned with the theme of 'inclusivity and sustainability,' said Minister of Natural Resources and Environmen
Thu Nov 21 2024
![Cops call on truck driver to help in probe on missing tiger parts Cops call on truck driver to help in probe on missing tiger parts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51729694862_TBZulkafliSariaat.jpg)
Cops call on truck driver to help in probe on missing tiger parts
DCP Zulkafli Sariaat says so far the truck driver has not made any police report.
Mon Nov 11 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Make EIA credible: Enhance transparency, strengthen enforcement [COLUMNIST] Make EIA credible: Enhance transparency, strengthen enforcement](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/41724933837_EMIR.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Make EIA credible: Enhance transparency, strengthen enforcement
With all the precedents, it is clear that enforcement is the biggest stumbling block to credible EIA reports.
Wed Oct 02 2024
![NRES directs METMalaysia to review SOP on preparation and dissemination of weather information,warning NRES directs METMalaysia to review SOP on preparation and dissemination of weather information,warning](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51727328587_NikNazmiPortDick.jpg)
NRES directs METMalaysia to review SOP on preparation and dissemination of weather information,warning
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) has instructed the METMalaysia to review the standard operating procedures (SOP) for the dissemination of weather information
Thu Sep 26 2024
![Five Malayan tigers died in less than two years Five Malayan tigers died in less than two years](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71721635038_TengkuHassanalIbra.jpg)
Five Malayan tigers died in less than two years
Five Malayan Tigers have been reported dead, including victims in road incidents (roadkill) in less than two years from 2023 to date.
Mon Jul 22 2024
![Claims that Malaysia will lose 3.2 mln hectares of natural forests being studied - Nik Nazmi Claims that Malaysia will lose 3.2 mln hectares of natural forests being studied - Nik Nazmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716892464_TBNikNazmi.jpg)
Claims that Malaysia will lose 3.2 mln hectares of natural forests being studied - Nik Nazmi
NRES views the claims seriously as it involved the ministry's commitment of retaining 50 pct forest cover in the country.
Tue May 28 2024
![Plogging brings positive impact on environmental sustainability - Nik Nazmi Plogging brings positive impact on environmental sustainability - Nik Nazmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61713769296_TBNIKNAZMjpg.jpg)
Plogging brings positive impact on environmental sustainability - Nik Nazmi
Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said this activity could also cultivate a sense of unity and appreciation for nature conservation among the people.
Mon Apr 22 2024
![Nusantara: Indonesia's quest to build an inclusive, global capital Nusantara: Indonesia's quest to build an inclusive, global capital](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/41708314800_TBFuturisticCity.jpg)
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
![Online sale of exotic wildlife now via ‘dropshipping’ method - Nik Nazmi Online sale of exotic wildlife now via ‘dropshipping’ method - Nik Nazmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/41703148111_TBNIKNAZMINIKAH.jpg)
Online sale of exotic wildlife now via ‘dropshipping’ method - Nik Nazmi
Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said online wildlife sales involve licensed sellers, unlicensed sellers linked to poachers or breeders and syndicates.
Wed Jan 17 2024
![Nik Nazmi sends letter of demand to Chegubard Nik Nazmi sends letter of demand to Chegubard](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61703731567_NikNazmi.jpg)
Nik Nazmi sends letter of demand to Chegubard
Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad has sent a letter of demand to Badrul Hisham Shaharin.
Thu Dec 28 2023
![COP28: Nik Nazmi calls for all sectors to address biodiversity loss and climate change COP28: Nik Nazmi calls for all sectors to address biodiversity loss and climate change](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61701594806_NikNazmiNikAhmad.jpg)
COP28: Nik Nazmi calls for all sectors to address biodiversity loss and climate change
Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said there is also a need to address the financial aspect of biodiversity conservation.
Wed Dec 06 2023
![Welcoming remarks by Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, NRECC Minister at Malaysia Pavilion COP28 Launch in Dubai Welcoming remarks by Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, NRECC Minister at Malaysia Pavilion COP28 Launch in Dubai](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/71701483435_AgongDubaiCOP.jpg)
Welcoming remarks by Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, NRECC Minister at Malaysia Pavilion COP28 Launch in Dubai
Transcript of the welcoming remarks by Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, Minister of Natural Resources, Environment & Climate Change at Malaysia Pavilion COP28 Launch in Dubai
Sat Dec 02 2023
![COP28: Malaysia hopes for togetherness in addressing climate change - Nik Nazmi COP28: Malaysia hopes for togetherness in addressing climate change - Nik Nazmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/71701474098_AgongDubaiCOP.jpg)
COP28: Malaysia hopes for togetherness in addressing climate change - Nik Nazmi
Malaysia hope to see countries coming together with ambitious and concrete commitments to address climate change during the COP28
Fri Dec 01 2023
![Malaysia, Turkiye exchange 11 MOUs covering energy, defence, trade and media Malaysia, Turkiye exchange 11 MOUs covering energy, defence, trade and media](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61739268058_TBAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Malaysia, Turkiye exchange 11 MOUs covering energy, defence, trade and media
The exchange of MoUs reflects Malaysia and Turkiyes' commitment to deepening strategic, economic and cultural ties.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Trump's order curtailing US birthright citizenship blocked by third judge Trump's order curtailing US birthright citizenship blocked by third judge](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739257713_tbUSPresidentDon.jpg)
Trump's order curtailing US birthright citizenship blocked by third judge
The preliminary injunction that the judge issued creates an extra legal barrier preventing Donald Trump's order from taking effect.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Olympics - Trump order on transgender athletes clashes with international norms Olympics - Trump order on transgender athletes clashes with international norms](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/51722573109_IOC.jpg)
Olympics - Trump order on transgender athletes clashes with international norms
The International Olympic Committee staunchly refuse to apply any universal rule for its Games.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Trump signs executive order on plastic drinking straws Trump signs executive order on plastic drinking straws](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739266116_Plasticstraws.jpg)
Trump signs executive order on plastic drinking straws
Donald Trump encourages the US government and consumers to buy plastic drinking straws.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![This is a story about a doctor cum politician, who chose to stay This is a story about a doctor cum politician, who chose to stay](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739265593_TBStevenSim.jpg)
This is a story about a doctor cum politician, who chose to stay
Steven Sim explores the life story of a man who started fresh in Malaya and found himself part of the country's evolving identity.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Ceasefire is only way to bring Israeli prisoners home, Hamas official says Ceasefire is only way to bring Israeli prisoners home, Hamas official says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/81733827541_TBHAMASPOSTER.jpg)
Ceasefire is only way to bring Israeli prisoners home, Hamas official says
Trump must remember that there is an agreement that must be respected by both parties, a senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri says.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Cops nab man in connection with Kluang shooting incident Cops nab man in connection with Kluang shooting incident](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739252483_ACPBahrinMohdNoh.jpg)
Cops nab man in connection with Kluang shooting incident
The man arrested on suspicion of being involved in randomly firing several shots in front of a house in Simpang Renggam.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Philippines kicks off election campaigning amid high-stakes political drama Philippines kicks off election campaigning amid high-stakes political drama](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81737926503_Philippinefilipina.jpg)
Philippines kicks off election campaigning amid high-stakes political drama
The election for upper house will feature allies of Marcos and Duterte and will effectively decide half of the jurors in that Senate trial.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![[OPINION] Educating families for a better dementia quality of life [OPINION] Educating families for a better dementia quality of life](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/81663645476_demensia.jpg)
[OPINION] Educating families for a better dementia quality of life
Studies suggest social support plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for dementia patients.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![OpenAI CEO says board will reject Musk's $97 billion offer, the Information reports OpenAI CEO says board will reject Musk's $97 billion offer, the Information reports](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739236340_SamAltman.jpg)
OpenAI CEO says board will reject Musk's $97 billion offer, the Information reports
Sam Altman says the company's board of directors intends to make clear it has no interest in Elon Musk's "supposed bid".
Tue Feb 11 2025