Developing nations blast $300 billion COP29 climate deal as insufficient
Some delegates gave the deal a standing ovation in the COP29 plenary hall. Others lambasted wealthy nations for not doing more.
Sun Nov 24 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Can a COP29 deal clean up scandal-ridden carbon offsets?
Carbon trading helps rich nations cut emissions while aiding poorer nations' green energy efforts and climate resilience.
Thu Nov 21 2024
COP29 climate talks enter final stretch: What happens next?
Here's a breakdown of the known sticking points and what happens next.
Wed Nov 20 2024
COP29: Countries behind 50 per cent of methane emissions from organic waste pledge reductions
Signatories commit to launching concrete policies and roadmaps to meet sectoral methane targets.
Wed Nov 20 2024
COP29: Global South deserves more in climate funding - KL Mayor
KL mayor says Asia and Africa, though low energy users, face severe impacts from extreme weather and rising temperatures.
Wed Nov 20 2024
COP29 Azerbaijan operating company awarded ISO 20121 certification
Azerbaijan is the first country in COP history to receive ISO 20121 Certification for Sustainable Event Management and Delivery.
Tue Nov 19 2024
COP29: Women leading the charge - climate champions for a sustainable future
Participants of COP29 highlights the importance of amplifying womens voices and initiatives for more effective global climate action.
Mon Nov 18 2024
COP29: Empowering youth for a digital climate revolution
COP29 highlights digital climate solutions and the vital role of youth as innovators and agents of change.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Developing nations are least responsible for climate change but cop it worst. Will the COP29 climate talks tackle this injustice?
Since the Industrial Revolution, country after country has turned to fossil fuels to power their transport and industry.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Global CO2 emissions to hit record high in 2024, report says
The bulk of these emissions are from burning coal, oil and gas.
Wed Nov 13 2024
COP29: Pay up or face climate-led disaster for humanity, warns UN chief
Antonio Guterres says time is running out to limit a destructive rise in global temperatures.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Malaysia drills down 7 key focus areas for upcoming UNFCCC-COP29 Baku
Malaysia is set to showcase its whole-of-nation commitment to global climate action and regional sustainability through Malaysia Pavilion.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Malaysia strengthens sustainability foothold at COP29 as country assumes ASEAN Chair in 2025
The Malaysia Pavilion showcases the nation's commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 and its vision for ASEAN Chairmanship 2025.
Tue Nov 12 2024
[COLUMNIST] Make EIA credible: Enhance transparency, strengthen enforcement
With all the precedents, it is clear that enforcement is the biggest stumbling block to credible EIA reports.
Wed Oct 02 2024
South Korea President Yoon declares martial law
The surprise move sent shockwaves through the country. Yonhap news agency reported that the entrance to the parliament building was blocked.
Tue Dec 03 2024
[COLUMNIST] Global P/CVE trends: A roadmap for Malaysia’s resilience
Aligning Malaysia's P/CVE efforts with global best practices reinforces national resilience and preparedness for future challenges.
Tue Dec 03 2024
[OPINION] AI and the new era of human trafficking
New laws and regulations should focus on utilizing AI while eliminating privacy infringements and biased nature of AI.
Tue Dec 03 2024
What is the legal effect of President Biden's pardon of his son Hunter?
Here's a look at the circumstances leading up to the pardon and its legal consequences.
Tue Dec 03 2024
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
GISB: Parents, guardians of rescued children need not fear meeting JKM - Nancy
Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri says JKM would not take action, such as arresting parents or guardians, unless they had a criminal record with PDRM.
Tue Dec 03 2024
Michelin-star chef appeals to thieves after GBP25,000 in pies stolen
Tommy Banks urges the thieves to drop the pies somewhere such as a community centre.
Tue Dec 03 2024
CPTPP: Malaysia-UK FTA will boost trade and investment - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Zafrul says the electrical and electronics sector would benefit from the FTA between Malaysia and the UK through the CPTPP.
Tue Dec 03 2024
Najib denies involvement in TIA's transition to 1MDB
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak maintains that he consistently supported TIA remaining under Terengganu's control.
Tue Dec 03 2024
Govt mulling high embankments along coastline to address flood woes - PM
PM says the study by JICA could be pursued once the nationwide Flood Mitigation Plan (RTB) projects have been completed.
Tue Dec 03 2024