Sydney Dialogue: Deputy Sec-Gen stresses ASEAN's resilience in face of global challenges
Datuk Astanah Abdul Aziz underscores the link between economic issues and regional security during the Sydney Dialogue.
Mon Sep 02 2024
Astana Sarawak urges public to stop speculating on Tun Taib's condition
Junih Salleh Ahmad, said Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud's condition has been improving and currently recuperating overseas.
Thu Aug 03 2023
Tennis - Alcaraz confidence dented by defeat in first Tour match as number one
Alcaraz, the youngest player to top the men's world rankings, was broken five times by lucky loser Goffin.
Wed Oct 05 2022
Abang Johari proves his mettle after four years leading Sarawak
Despite often being compared to his predecessors, Abang Johari remains focused on ensuring the development and progress of Sarawak.
Wed Jan 13 2021
OIC urges Myanmar to allow investigation into Rohingya issue
The decision was made by the OIC members at a meeting of heads of states and government of member states, on the sidelines of the first OIC Summit on Science and Technology in Astanam Kazakhstan.
Sun Sep 10 2017
Malaysia expects to generate RM1 bln from Astana EXPO 2017
Malaysia would be ready to showcase its best practices, innovations, solutions, technologies and strengths in green energy to the world via the Malaysia Pavilion, themed, "Powering Green Growth".
Tue May 23 2017
Syrian armed opposition to return to Astana peace talks - RIA
The Syrian armed opposition will return on Thursday to the talks on settling the Syrian conflict which are being held in the Kazakh capital Astana.
Thu May 04 2017
Masing takes oath as Sarawak cabinet member
Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) president Tan Sri Dr James Jemut Masing was sworn in today as a member of the Sarawak Cabinet before Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud at the Astana here.
Tue Jan 24 2017
Turkey and Russia to invite U.S. to Syria talks: Turkish minister
Cavusoglu reiterates that Turkey remained opposed to the inclusion of the Syrian Kurdish militant group YPG in the peace talks.
Sun Jan 15 2017
Syrian HNC opposition group says it supports Astana peace talks
The Syrian government and rebel groups opposed to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad began a nationwide ceasefire on Dec. 30 brokered by Moscow and Ankara.
Sun Jan 15 2017
Abang Johari Sarawak's new chief minister
Abang Johari took his oath of office as the sixth Chief Minister of Sarawak before Governor Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud at the Astana.
Fri Jan 13 2017
Abang Johari declines comment on plans until after mourning period
He was in a reticent mood when mobbed by reporters today after he had taken his oath as the state's sixth chief minister at the Astana, official residence of the Sarawak Yang Dipertua Negeri.
Fri Jan 13 2017
Abang Johari Sarawak's new chief minister
Datuk Amar Abang Johari took his oath of office as the sixth Chief Minister of Sarawak before Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud at the Astana.
Fri Jan 13 2017
Message on acting Sarawak Chief Minister appointment not true
The dissemination of a message via Whatsapp on Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas being appointed as acting Sarawak Chief Minister is not true.
Wed Jan 11 2017
Two killed in freak crane accident in Klang
A man, 61 and his female companion died instantly when a crane collapsed on the Perodua Axia they were traveling in.
Fri Nov 04 2016
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
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