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Najib admits relying on Jho Low's assistance despite doubts and discomfort

Najib admits relying on Jho Low's assistance despite doubts and discomfort

Najib reveals that on March 6, 2015, Tan Sri Tong Kooi Ong told him Jho Low was guilty of wrongdoing and should be investigated.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Najib testifies that he returned a portion of alleged Saudi donation

Najib testifies that he returned a portion of alleged Saudi donation

The first defense witness says he wants to avoid misinterpretations about the large sum of money in his personal account.
Mon Jan 13 2025
Najib could not ascertain who provided his bank account number to Saudi Arabia royalty

Najib could not ascertain who provided his bank account number to Saudi Arabia royalty

There is a possibility that someone else did, maybe Low Taek Jho or Jho Low, says Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
Fri Jan 10 2025
Vivy Yusof, husband granted temporary release of passports to perform Umrah

Vivy Yusof, husband granted temporary release of passports to perform Umrah

According to their lawyer, they will leave for Saudi Arabia on Jan 5 and are expected to return to Malaysia on Jan 14.
Tue Dec 31 2024
Suspect in German Christmas market attack held on murder charges

Suspect in German Christmas market attack held on murder charges

The suspect is a psychiatrist from Saudi Arabia with a history of anti-Islamic rhetoric has lived in Germany for almost two decades.
Mon Dec 23 2024
FIFA has a human rights policy, so how could it award Saudi Arabia the 2034 soccer World Cup?

FIFA has a human rights policy, so how could it award Saudi Arabia the 2034 soccer World Cup?

The kingdom's construction boom is already fuelled by approximately 13 million migrant labourers working under dire conditions.
Tue Dec 17 2024
No official denial on donation from Saudi royals, says Najib

No official denial on donation from Saudi royals, says Najib

This absence of denial supports my genuine belief that the funds were legitimate donations, says Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
Fri Dec 13 2024
Soccer - Saudi Arabia's human rights record under fire after World Cup bid win

Soccer - Saudi Arabia's human rights record under fire after World Cup bid win

FIFA gave the bid a high technical score, a move Amnesty calls an "astonishing whitewash" of the country's human rights record.
Fri Dec 13 2024
Mohamad submits Malaysia’s request for Hajj quota increase

Mohamad submits Malaysia’s request for Hajj quota increase

Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan says Malaysia's additional Hajj quota request was made verbally and also through written submissions previously.
Fri Dec 13 2024
Najib defends monies in his account are Saudi donations

Najib defends monies in his account are Saudi donations

Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak says it was reasonable to believe King Abdullah directed Riyadh's Finance Ministry to donate funds on his behalf.
Thu Dec 12 2024
Soccer - Morocco, Spain, Portugal to host 2030 World Cup, Saudi Arabia to stage 2034 edition

Soccer - Morocco, Spain, Portugal to host 2030 World Cup, Saudi Arabia to stage 2034 edition

The World Cup's 100th anniversary in 2030 will be celebrated in six countries, in three continents, with 48 teams and 104 epic matches
Thu Dec 12 2024
Official visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Official visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

The visit highlights Malaysia's commitment to boosting ties and cooperation with Saudi Arabia for mutual benefit across various sectors.
Mon Dec 09 2024
South Korea's Yoon replaces defence minister as impeachment vote looms

South Korea's Yoon replaces defence minister as impeachment vote looms

Yoon Suk-Yeol accepted the resignation of Defence Minister and nominated his ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Choi Byung-hyuk, as a replacement.
Thu Dec 05 2024
Islamic military counter terrorism coalition launches program in Sahel with Saudi support

Islamic military counter terrorism coalition launches program in Sahel with Saudi support

Mauritania's defense minister emphasises that terrorism is a real challenge and a grave threat to humanity, particularly in Sahel region.
Tue Dec 03 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024

Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024

For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Analysis - Biden to hand unfinished agenda to Trump for chaotic Mideast

Analysis - Biden to hand unfinished agenda to Trump for chaotic Mideast

Joe Biden's record on the world stage is likely to be heavily defined by his handling of the 15-month war in Gaza.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Biden administration will not enforce TikTok ban, says White House official

Biden administration will not enforce TikTok ban, says White House official

This leaves the incoming Donald Trump administration to make the decision, according to a White House official.
Sat Jan 18 2025
AWANI Tonight: 17th Jan 2025

AWANI Tonight: 17th Jan 2025

#AWANITonight with Faye Kwan

- M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. and China - PM
- Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns

#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: U.S. tightens rule on AI chip exports, what's the impact on M'sia?

AWANI Tonight: U.S. tightens rule on AI chip exports, what's the impact on M'sia?

The US is set to roll out strict export controls on advanced AI chips. National AI Office Head Sam Majid says the impact on Malaysia will remain minimal for now.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: Apple loses top spot in China’s smartphone market

AWANI Tonight: Apple loses top spot in China’s smartphone market

Apple has been dethroned as China’s top smartphone seller, plunging 17% in 2024. Local brands Vivo and Huawei have overtaken the tech giant, bringing it now to 3rd place.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns

AWANI Tonight: Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns

Thailand is stepping up security for tourists to restore confidence among Chinese visitors, with PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra to record a message in Chinese to reassure tourists of their safety.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. & China

AWANI Tonight: M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. & China

Malaysia will continue its approach in engaging both the U.S. and China. PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the U.S. remains the largest source of foreign direct investment for the country.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Hamas set to release first hostages under Gaza ceasefire deal, Israel says

Hamas set to release first hostages under Gaza ceasefire deal, Israel says

If successful, the ceasefire would halt fighting that has razed much of heavily urbanised Gaza, killed over 46,000 people.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Pakistan's Imran Khan handed 14 years jail term in land graft case

Pakistan's Imran Khan handed 14 years jail term in land graft case

Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi was also found guilty and sentenced to seven years in prison.
Fri Jan 17 2025
'It starts now': South Korea's President Yoon defiant as police closed in

'It starts now': South Korea's President Yoon defiant as police closed in

Yoon Suk-Yeol remains in detention and is refusing to talk to investigators.
Fri Jan 17 2025