ASEAN, Beijing agree to avoid conflict in South China Sea - Anwar
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim China and ASEAN have also agreed to use diplomatic channels and negotiations to resolve disputes in those waters.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Blinken says concern in Asia about prospect of Middle East conflicts spreading
Blinken reaffirmed Washington's commitment to diplomacy to manage the situation amid an Iranian-led axis of resistance.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Malaysia calls for stronger ASEAN-US cooperation, urgent action on Gaza crisis
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasised key areas of cooperation and Malaysia's commitment to fostering peace in conflict zones.
Fri Oct 11 2024
ASEAN must play key role in resolving Myanmar crisis, Thai PM says
Thailand will work with Malaysia, next year's ASEAN chair, to use diplomatic means to resolve the conflict, says Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Mon Oct 07 2024
[COLUMNIST] 75 Years of the Geneva Conventions: What can Malaysia (still) do for humanity?
The provisions and humanitarian objectives of the Geneva Conventions must be upheld and prioritised.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Middle East conflict escalating rapidly - there’s no telling where it will end
Now, more than ever, its vital to be informed about the important issues affecting global stability.
Sat Oct 05 2024
Gaza and a ceasefire slip out of focus as Lebanon conflict rages
Palestinians fear Lebanon's crisis is shifting focus from Gaza, where Israeli strikes killed dozens this week.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Israel vows response to Iran missile attack as fears of conflict escalation rise
Tehran said any retaliation would be met with "vast destruction", raising fears of a wider war.
Wed Oct 02 2024
Iran’s strikes on Israel are the latest sign that the conflict in the Middle East is spiraling, presenting rising global security threats
Hezbollah has been sending rockets into northern Israel since start of the Gaza war, which began after Hamas and other forces invaded Israel
Wed Oct 02 2024
Airlines scramble to divert flights after Iran missile attack
Snapshot of traffic in the region showed flights spreading in wide arcs to the north and south, with many converging on Cairo and Istanbul.
Wed Oct 02 2024
Iran says it has finished attack on Israel amid fears of spreading conflict
In its biggest ever military blow against Israel, Iran fired more than 180 ballistic missiles on Tuesday.
Wed Oct 02 2024
US orders evacuation of diplomats' families from Lebanon
Due to the escalation of the conflict between Israel and the Hezbollah, the US government has ordered the evacuation of the family members of its diplomats in Lebanon
Sat Sep 28 2024
South Lebanon may become ánother Gaza' in Israel-Iran conflict, EU Foreign Policy Chief warns
EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell on Friday issued a grim warning about the fate of southern Lebanon, which may become another Gaza
Sat Sep 28 2024
Blinken tells Israel escalation will make civilian return more difficult
Israel rejected global calls on Thursday for a ceasefire with the Hezbollah movement, defying its biggest ally in Washington.
Fri Sep 27 2024
Asian shares rally as China introduces largest stimulus since pandemic
Asian stocks surged on Tuesday, driven by China's central bank unveiling its boldest stimulus in years to support its economy.
Tue Sep 24 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
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024