Preparations for King's coronation in final stage, 700 guests expected to attend
On July 20, all eyes will be on Istana Negara for the coronation of Sultan Ibrahim as Malaysia's 17th King, marking a historic moment.
Mon Jul 01 2024
Comprehensive media coverage, showcases uniqueness of country's constitutional monarchy system - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said the coverage helped showcase the uniqueness of ceremonies and the Constitutional Monarchy system practised in the country.
Tue Jan 30 2024
Proposals can be discussed but without ignoring constitution - PM
These views can be taken up for discussions but will not influence national policies and our principle of constitutional monarchy.
Wed Dec 13 2023
[COLUMNIST] Malaysian royal ascension: The power of legacy and the wisdom that comes with it
Malaysia should welcome the reinforcement of the Constitutional Monarchy side by side with the parliamentary democracy.
Mon Oct 02 2023
I'm going to the cinema - Anwar
It is now up to the constitutional monarch to appoint whoever he believes will command a majority.
Wed Nov 23 2022
Malaysia's wait for PM continues for fourth day as post-election crisis drags on
The constitutional monarch plays a largely ceremonial role but can appoint a premier he believes will command a majority in parliament.
Wed Nov 23 2022
Malaysia's king calls Anwar and Muhyiddin for an audience - Palace
It is now up to the constitutional monarch, who plays a largely ceremonial role but can appoint whoever he believes will command a majority.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Queen Elizabeth II a good example of constitutional monarch - Dr Mahathir
Queen Elizabeth II was a good example of a constitutional monarch, said former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
Tue Sep 13 2022
A wise ruler needs no additional power - Sultan Nazrin
A wise Ruler does not need any additional power if the three rights as a Constitutional Monarch are handled wisely and prudently.
Thu Oct 21 2021
PM Muhyiddin speaks of demands for him to intervene in court matters
Muhyiddin said there were certain parties who were deliberately trying to "fish in troubled waters" to cause political turmoil.
Wed Aug 04 2021
Thai lawmakers debate demands for constitutional changes
Thailand has had 20 constitutions since abolishing the absolute monarchy in 1932 in favour of a constitutional monarchy.
Tue Nov 17 2020
Thai protesters shun Parliament, ask Germany to probe king
They believe the king wields an inordinate amount of power in what is nominally a democracy under a constitutional monarchy.
Tue Oct 27 2020
Constitutional monarchy, parliamentary democracy put people's welfare first - Malay Rulers
Following the discussion with the Malay rulers earlier today, His Majesty stated that there was no necessity for an Emergency to be declared in the country.
Sun Oct 25 2020
Preserve sanctity of Dewan Negara - Malaysian Senators' Council
The upper house of the Parliament of Malaysia, Dewan Negara must be seen as an institution not tied to political party sentiments.
Sat Aug 29 2020
Constitutional monarchy ensures stability, inspires confidence in Malaysia - Salleh
The king's position was more than just symbolic and should not be regarded as a rubber-stamp head of state.
Mon Apr 24 2017
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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