Malaysia calls to limit UNSC veto, demands Palestine resolution implementation
Malaysia has made a strong appeal to limit the use of veto power in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Thu Sep 26 2024
Malaysia expresses deep concern over the failure of the United Nations security council to admit Palestine as a full member of the UN
Malaysia remains committed to the Palestinian cause and will continue efforts towards establishment of an independent and sovereign State.
Fri Apr 19 2024
UN Security Council demands immediate ceasefire in Gaza
The United Nations Security Council on Monday demanded an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Mon Mar 25 2024
US to introduce new UNSC resolution to strengthen sanctions on N Korea
The United States (US) will introduce a new United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution that will update and strengthen sanctions against North Korea.
Sat Mar 26 2022
Russia vetoes U.N. Security action on Ukraine as China abstains
The United Arab Emirates and India also abstained from the vote on the US-drafted text.
Sat Feb 26 2022
UNSC has to act as honest brokers in Israel-Palestine conflict - PM Muhyiddin
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has to act as honest brokers to the conflicting parties in the Israel-Palestine conflict to ensure lasting peace, security and stability in the region.
Sat Nov 14 2020
Malaysia supports the United Nations Security Council global ceasefire resolution
The United Nations Security Council has unanimously adopted a resolution for an immediate global ceasefire beginning 1 July 2020
Thu Jul 02 2020
Trump urges 'strong and swift' U.N. action to end Rohingya crisis
U.S. President Donald Trump wants the United Nations Security Council to take "strong and swift action" to end violence against Myanmar's Rohingya Muslims.
Thu Sep 21 2017
Malaysia strongly condemn North Korea's ballistic missile launch
Wisma Putra in a statement said Malaysia expressed serious concern that the ballistic missile has yet again traversed the sovereign territory of Japan, posing a direct threat to its national security.
Sat Sep 16 2017
UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting on N. Korea's latest missile watch
The Ethiopian delegation confirmed in a notice that the US and Japanese delegations to the United Nations "request the Presidency to call urgent consultations."
Fri Sep 15 2017
U.N. Security Council unanimously steps up sanctions on North Korea
The United Nations Security Council unanimously stepped up sanctions against North Korea on Monday over the country's sixth and most powerful nuclear test conducted on Sept 3.
Tue Sep 12 2017
Sweden, Britain seek U.N. meeting on situation in Myanmar
Sweden and Britain on Monday requested a closed-door United Nations Security Council meeting on the "deteriorating situation" in Myanmar's Rakhine state.
Tue Sep 12 2017
Ukraine denies involvement in North Korea missile programme
Ukraine was not involved in the missile development programme of North Korea, China's Xinhua news agency reported, according to an official report released on Tuesday.
Wed Aug 23 2017
China says willing to pay the price for new North Korea sanctions
Wang said the new resolution showed China and the international community's opposition to North Korea's continued missile tests.
Tue Aug 08 2017
South Korea, U.S. agree on pressure for North Korea, China media warns on sanctions
The United Nations Security Council unanimously imposed new sanctions on North Korea on Saturday that could slash its $3 billion annual export revenue by a third.
Mon Aug 07 2017
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
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024