
Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship preparations among the best - PM
PM commends civil servants for effectively managing Malaysia's ASEAN Chair preparations, noting their efficiency and discipline.
Mon Feb 10 2025

ASEAN 2025 Chairmanship: Programmes to benefit all levels of society - Foreign Ministry
Among the planned initiatives are a campaign to promote locally made products and ASEAN Plus Three Forum aimed at empowering rural women.
Thu Feb 06 2025

Suggesting MCA's removal from BN is 'daydreaming' - Ahmad Zahid
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi emphasised that the coalition has never discussed removing MCA.
Tue Feb 04 2025

Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship 2025: Penang to host 13 major meetings
Datuk Abdul Kahar Abdullah says, the meetings will cover various areas of strategic cooperation among ASEAN member states.
Tue Jan 28 2025

PETRA to drive energy agenda during ASEAN Chairmanship, bridging boundaries and building prosperity
This will improve the lives of our citizens through economic growth that prioritises the inclusivity and sustainability agenda, says PETRA.
Fri Jan 24 2025

What ASEAN offers the world in the Intelligent Age
Under Malaysias Chairmanship in 2025, the focus on collective action, regional cohesion and forward-thinking strategies will be pivotal.
Tue Jan 21 2025

Singapore hopes Malaysia will advance ASEAN's sustainability agenda under Chairmanship
Sustainability is a key priority for ASEAN as Southeast Asia is highly vulnerable to climate change, says Dr Vivian Balakrishnan.
Thu Jan 16 2025
Consider This: ASEAN Chair 2025 — Malaysia’s Vision for Regional Progress
As Malaysia takes the helm as ASEAN Chair in 2025, it steps into a leadership role for one of the world’s most dynamic regions. ASEAN is on track to become the fourth-largest economic bloc by 2030, but it faces immense challenges: from navigating an increasingly fragmented global order to advancing regional integration amid rising protectionism. Can Malaysia’s chairmanship make a lasting impact in just one year? And how can ASEAN strengthen its collective voice and economic clout in a polarised world? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Datuk Professor Dr Mohd Faiz Abdullah, Chairperson of the Institute of Strategic & International Studies, better known as ISIS Malaysia.
Mon Jan 13 2025

Thailand backs Malaysia's 'Inclusive And Sustainable' ASEAN vision for 2025
Nikorndej Balankura says Thailand views 2025 under Malaysia's Chairmanship as a pivotal moment in ASEAN's Community-building process.
Mon Jan 13 2025

PETRA identifies two energy-related priority economic deliverables under ASEAN chairmanship
This initiative optimises clean energy use, ensures a stable energy supply, and benefits the ASEAN region.
Mon Jan 13 2025

Malaysia to champion ASEAN's resilience and inclusivity during chairmanship
Malaysia sets the stage for ASEAN's growth and stability in 2025, with a focus on economic integration, innovation, and inclusivity.
Thu Jan 09 2025

Two ex-1MDB board members to remain as third parties in 1MDB lawsuit - Federal Court
Two ex-1MDB board members stay as third parties in the lawsuit against ex-chairman Mohd Irwan and ex-CEO Arul Kanda.
Mon Jan 06 2025
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[COLUMNIST] Malaysia at the Helm: Steering ASEAN toward a resilient future
By championing a shared vision of inclusive growth, Malaysia can present a cohesive front during its chairmanship.
Fri Jan 03 2025

Asean Chairmanship 2025: Various agendas to be implemented - Dr Zaliha
Various agendas will be implemented by the Federal Territories Department in collaboration with relevant agencies in conjunction with Malaysia's role as ASEAN Chair in 2025.
Wed Jan 01 2025

Malaysia's FM praises media's role, sets vision for Asean Chairmanship in 2025
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has called on the media to play a pivotal role in showcasing Malaysia's leadership and values as the nation assumes the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025.
Wed Dec 25 2024

Public flips car involved in road accident to rescue child
According to JBPM, members of the public at the scene took initial action to rescue the victim before the fire brigade arrived.
Fri Feb 21 2025

Ramsay reveals hundreds of lucky cat statues stolen from new restaurant
Gordon Ramsay says about 477 Japanese cat models called maneki-neko were stolen from his Lucky Cat 22 Bishopsgate restaurant.
Fri Feb 21 2025

Zayn Rayyan case: Two child witnesses complete testimony today
So far, 20 prosecution witnesses, including the two children, have been called for this trial, according to the Deputy Public Prosecutor.
Fri Feb 21 2025

Macron says he will tell Trump not to be weak with Putin in Washington visit
Emmanuel Macron says showing any weakness to Russia's Vladimir Putin would make it harder to deal with China and Iran.
Fri Feb 21 2025

Israeli PM Netanyahu says Hamas will pay for not returning Shiri Bibas
Netanyahu accuse Hamas of acting "in an unspeakably cynical manner" by placing body of a Gaza woman in the coffin instead of Shiri Bibas.
Fri Feb 21 2025

Trump pulls US out of key global climate assessment, sources say
The US is a co-chair along with Malaysia of a working group on climate mitigation, or ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Fri Feb 21 2025

Japan to court Tesla on Nissan investment, FT reports
The group hopes Tesla will invest strategically, believing it's interested in acquiring Nissan's US plants, the report says.
Fri Feb 21 2025

185 children linked to GISB handed over to families - Exco
The children have been handed over to their families on bond with conditions by the court.
Fri Feb 21 2025

IRS fires 6,000 employees as Trump slashes US government
The move will eliminate roughly 6% of the agency's workforce in the midst of the busy tax-filing season.
Fri Feb 21 2025

Elon Musk wields chainsaw at conservative gathering, a gift from Argentina's Milei
This is the chainsaw for bureaucracy, says Elon Musk.
Fri Feb 21 2025