Biden to attend US-ASEAN Summit: White House
Biden is scheduled to visit Phnom Penh, Cambodia from Nov 12-13 to participate in the annual US-ASEAN Summit and the East Asia Summit.
Sat Oct 29 2022
Let's bring these pressing issues to US-ASEAN Summit table
The results and pronouncements of this leader-led summit will be important to watch but more so is the follow-up where the actual work is done.
Mon May 09 2022
ASEAN-US need to enhance cooperation in vaccine R&D - Hishammuddin
ASEAN and the US need to enhance cooperation in the field of research and development of vaccines and anti-viral medications as the call for vaccines and treatments is now louder than ever.
Sat Nov 14 2020
Successful, productive US-ASEAN Summit, says Najib
The Prime Minister says US-ASEAN relationship has an important role to play in contributing to peace and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region.
Wed Feb 17 2016
Obama announces measures to deepen economic ties with ASEAN
The plan will establish three offices in Jakarta, Bangkok and Singapore to boost the US government's "economic engagement with ASEAN institutions".
Wed Feb 17 2016
ASEAN needs full preparation moving towards digital economy - Najib
The ASEAN Community needs full preparation, including further promotion of STEM education, as the region moves towards the digital economy, said Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
Tue Feb 16 2016
Wary of China's rise, Obama turns strategic focus to Southeast Asia
Obama said that the United States intends to play a "long-term role" that is "central to the region's peace and prosperity.
Tue Feb 16 2016
Prime Minister Najib Razak at US-ASEAN leaders summit hosted by Obama
The focus of the leaders' gathering is on strengthening ASEAN's economic growth through innovation and entrepreneurship.
Tue Feb 16 2016
US recognises strategic importance of ASEAN - Najib
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said the US-ASEAN Leaders Summit represents a recognition by the United States of the diplomatic, economic and strategic importance of ASEAN.
Mon Feb 15 2016
Najib to attend US-ASEAN Leaders Summit in Sunnylands
Najib is scheduled to participate in the US-ASEAN Leaders Summit in Sunnylands, California, on Monday and Tuesday (15 and 16 Feb).
Wed Feb 10 2016
American companies delighted with Malaysia's decision to join TPP - Najib
The US companies are also satisfied with Malaysia's business-friendly attitude, the return of their investments and prospects.
Tue Nov 17 2015
'Malaysia needs to build on business-friendly environment'
US expert urged Malaysia to further build on the country's business and investment friendly environment.
Sun Nov 18 2012
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024