Most Taiwanese believe China unlikely to invade in coming five years, poll shows
Taiwan's people are concerned about other Chinese threats, including military drills and propaganda campaigns, says an INDSR researcher.
Wed Oct 09 2024
Xi urges greater national achievements, contributions to humanity's peace, development
Xi Jinping said to advance Chinese modernisation, it is imperative to uphold the core role of the Party in exercising overall leadership.
Tue Oct 01 2024
King Of Malaysia grants audience to premier Li Qiang in Beijing
Sultan Ibrahim is making his maiden state visit to China from Sept 19-22 at the invitation of President Xi Jinping.
Fri Sep 20 2024
King to meet two top Chinese leaders today
His Majesty, who ascended the throne on Jan 31, 2024, is making his maiden state visit to China from Sept 19 to 22 at the invitation of Xi.
Fri Sep 20 2024
Malaysia's sultan to visit China, eyes infrastructure support
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim has been invited by President Xi Jinping and will visit China from Sept. 19-22, the foreign ministry said.
Wed Sep 18 2024
China wants academic exchange but historians say increased censorship makes research hard
Scholars fear that tightened censorship is extinguishing avenues for independent research into the country's past.
Sat Sep 14 2024
New unproductive forces: The Chinese youth owning their unemployment
China is instructed to boost "new productive forces," focusing on AI, robotics, and other targeted areas of science and technology.
Fri Sep 06 2024
China ready to discuss FTA with more Global South countries - President Xi
China is ready to discuss free trade arrangements (FTAs) with more Global South countries, among others.
Fri Jun 28 2024
[COLUMNIST] When China meets the Arab world: A new beginning is possible
President Xi Jinping pledged that there is no such thing as an "indefinite war," a feature that has become more and more endemic in Gaza.
Thu Jun 06 2024
Protests as Taiwan parliament pushes contentious reforms
Several hundred people gathered outside parliament to protest against reforms and accused the opposition of working in concert with China.
Tue May 21 2024
What is Putin and Xi's 'new era' strategic partnership?
Russia and China "are determined to defend their legitimate rights and interests."
Fri May 17 2024
Putin and Xi pledge a new era and condemn the United States
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin signed a joint statement about "new era" that proclaimed opposition to the US on a host of security issues.
Fri May 17 2024
Xi lauds China-Russia ties as Putin arrives in Beijing
The China-Russia relationship today is hard-earned, and the two sides need to cherish and nurture it, said Xi Jinping to Vladimir Putin.
Thu May 16 2024
Defying West, Russia's Putin due to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing
Vladimir Putin will arrive in China just over a week since entering a new term in office.
Wed May 15 2024
ANALYSIS - With wary eye, China courts Indonesia's incoming leader Prabowo
Analysts say China is courting president-elect and current defence minister Prabowo to ensure continuation of Joko Widodo's policies.
Wed Apr 03 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
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024