MITI launches Circular Economy Policy Framework to promote sustainable manufacturing growth
The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has launched the Circular Economy Policy Framework with the aim of reformulating fossil-fuel-based industrial models
Thu Sep 26 2024
The Future Is Female: Kloth Circularity - Waste Not, Want Not
The textile industry is the second most polluting industry in the world after oil & gas, and household are among the largest contributors to fabric waste. On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Nik Suzila Nik Hassan and Sarah Kedah, co-founders of Kloth Circularity, about their mission to keep fabrics out of our landfills.
Sun Feb 25 2024
Malaysia to launch blueprint for solid waste, towards circular economy
Nga Kor Ming said KPKT is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Tue Oct 31 2023
Fruit loop: The circular process of making dairy alternatives from apricot kernels
In Austria, one start-up focuses on removing cyanide from fruit pits, to turn them into dairy alternatives like plant milk and ice cream.
Sat Mar 04 2023
Procurement circular ensures govt procurements are implemented in transparent manner - Mohd Shahar
The government's procurement circular is a model for good governance to ensure its procurements are implemented based on the principles of accountability.
Wed Oct 05 2022
Dept heads must ensure only Malay language used in every official function
Heads of departments must ensure that every official function organised by their respective department is conducted entirely in Malay.
Thu Aug 11 2022
Drive circular economy to make Malaysia a biomass hub - PM Ismail Sabri
Malaysia is capable of becoming a biomass hub through the development of a circular economy in line with the country's status as the world's second largest exporter of palm oil.
Tue Jul 26 2022
Govt expediting transition of solid waste management to circular economy
The govt is focusing on accelerating the transition from the concept of solid waste management in a linear economy to a circular economy.
Tue Jul 19 2022
12MP aims to shift Malaysia to sustainable circular economy, says Mustapa
Mustapa said Malaysia had, in recent years, embarked on catalytic initiatives to advance the sustainable consumption and production approach.
Tue Jun 07 2022
These stretchable shoes grow with your child's feet
No more endless and expensive shopping sessions trying to find new shoes for your little ones.
Sun May 22 2022
Wearing face mask in public is still mandatory - Police
A viral circular stating that police will not issue summonses for those who fail to wear a mask in public in conjunction with the month of Ramadan and the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration is untrue.
Thu Apr 21 2022
Newly appointed PSD DG wants to review existing circulars
Datuk Seri Mohd Shafiq Abdullah wants all existing circulars to be immediately reviewed as to whether they are still feasible in the current perspectives.
Thu Feb 17 2022
PM: Gov't allows teachers, Kemas staff to get involved in politics with immediate effect
Ismail Sabri said the MOE should issue a circular pertaining to the permission immediately if it is not yet available.
Sat Jan 22 2022
High availability of biomass to pave way for Malaysia's green circular economy - Dr Adham
It was estimated that Malaysia produced 168 million tonnes of biomass annually and these include paddy husks, timber, coconut oil and palm waste.
Wed Dec 15 2021
PENA urges govt to reiterate use of Bahasa Melayu
PENA has urged the Chief Secretary to the Government to reiterate the directive on the use of Bahasa Melayu through circulars, in the official affairs of all agencies, GLCs and IPTA.
Tue Nov 30 2021
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