Construction of Phase 2 of SSLR, LTB to begin next year - PM
The federal government has approved the construction of Phase 2 of the SSLR project and the LTB project which will commence early next year.
Sun Aug 07 2022
MAFI looking into increasing SSL for rice, meat, milk
Ahmad Hamzah said MAFI is now moving in that direction so as to meet the SSL and reduce our dependence on imported goods.
Thu Jul 21 2022
MAFI ready to revise, improve action plans to guarantee food security - Ronald
MAFI is ready to revise and improve its action plans involving food commodities to raise the self-sufficiency level (SSL) to ensure Malaysia's food security is assured.
Thu Jun 16 2022
Ba'kelalan highland ecotourism sector is expected to expand - Awang Tengah
The ecotourism sector in Ba'kelalan is expected to continue expanding as the country shifts into the endemic phase of COVID-19.
Wed Nov 10 2021
New road to bring changes for Ba'kelalan residents - Awang Tengah
Awang Tengah explained that quality roads will open up development and economic growth opportunities for the villagers along the route.
Fri Nov 05 2021
MAFI to strengthen large-scale paddy cultivation to meet SSL target - Kiandee
Kiandee said the country's SSL was currently at 70 per cent while the remaining 30 per cent relied on imported rice.
Sat Feb 20 2021
Gov't to continue with SSLR project - Fadillah
The government is set to continue with the Sarawak-Sabah Link Road (SSLR) project comprising Phase 1 from Lawas to Kampung Pa' Berunut and Phase 2 from Kampung Pa' Berunut to Long Lama.
Mon Aug 03 2020
Govt wants to achieve fresh milk self-sufficiency in 5 years
The Malaysian government is working towards increasing the country's self-sufficiency level (SSL) in fresh milk production to 100 per cent in five years.
Thu Jun 11 2020
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