University of Nottingham, Astro AWANI to host 'Journalism in the Age of AI Disruption' roundtable
The roundtable aims to provide a platform for journalists, media organisations, academia, civil society and government agencies to deliberate on the implications of AI on journalism and society.
Mon May 06 2024
Borderless haze threatens Southeast Asia
Governments, civil society and the international community need to work fast to combat the threat of smoke haze in Southeast Asia.
Sat Jan 13 2024
US pauses some aid, imposes visa bans after 'neither free nor fair' Cambodia election
Ahead of the elections, Cambodian authorities engaged in threats and harassment against political opposition, media and civil society.
Mon Jul 24 2023
(COLUMNIST) We must come together to ensure an AI future that works for all - WEF
WEF has launched the AI Governance Alliance to unite industry leaders, governments, academic institutions, and civil society organizations.
Mon Jun 19 2023
Egypt's female 'prisoners of poverty' struggle with stigma
Despite support from civil society groups and some state help in securing early releases, Egyptian women struggle to rebuild their lives.
Sat May 27 2023
Child advocates, civil society organisations welcome establishment of special department for children
54 signatories expressed their full support to the government in the initiative to put forth the betterment of children in the nation.
Mon Jan 02 2023
Exclusive - Kamala Harris to visit Philippine islands at edge of South China Sea dispute
In Palawan, Harris is expected to meet with residents, civil society leaders and representatives of the Philippines Coast Guard.
Wed Nov 16 2022
Civil society should be institutionalised by the government - Akhbar Satar
The OGP was launched in 2011 by 8 founding governments Brazil, Indonesia, Philippines, Norway, South Africa, UK, Mexico and the US as an international platform to generate processes of cooperation.
Tue Dec 28 2021
CSOs play important role during COVID-19 recovery period - Tengku Zafrul
Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) are playing an important role during the COVID-19 recovery period, particularly through the implementation of Budget 2022 measures.
Wed Nov 17 2021
Time to set up and collaborate more in eradicating hardcore poverty - Mustapa
This is the time for the government, private sector and civil society organisations (CSOs) to step up and collaborate closely to eradicate hardcore poverty in Malaysia.
Fri Oct 15 2021
Is the AG refuting the constitutional power and authority of the Dewan Rakyat?
We, the undersigned civil society groups, respond to the Attorney General (AG) Tan Sri Idrus Haruns statement on 4 September 2021.
Mon Sep 06 2021
Court dismisses govt's appeal to strike out mothers' child citizenship suit
An originating summons filed by civil society and six mothers, who are married to foreigners, for their overseas-born children to have the right to become Malaysian citizens will go for full trial.
Fri Aug 20 2021
Malaysia fully supportive of greater civil society engagements in UN - Hishammuddin
The 75th anniversary of the UN this year serves as the perfect catalyst for Malaysia to deepen the partnership with civil society.
Fri Jul 03 2020
Committee discusses approach and policies for communications and multimedia issues
The setting up of MPKM was in line with the ministrys objective of driving intelligence in the community.
Tue Jun 09 2020
Global Vaccine Summit raises US$8.8 billion
The UK hosted the Global Vaccine Summit on Thursday, bringing together leaders from governments, civil society and the private sector in a virtual event to support Gavi.
Fri Jun 05 2020
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 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
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024