Consider This: Syria — Fall of the House of Assad
After 13 years of war, an offensive by Syrian opposition groups has ousted Bashar al-Assad as Syria’s president in just days. This historic moment raises urgent questions: What kind of future awaits Syria—for its governance, for the millions of Syrians, both inside the country and in the diaspora, and for the future for the Arab region? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Samer Abboud, Associate Professor of Global Interdisciplinary Studies at Villanova University in Pennsylvania, US, where his research focuses on warfare in Syria and the emergence of an illiberal post-conflict order in the country. He is also the Director of its Center for Arab and Islamic Studies. In 2018 he authored a book titled ‘Syria’, which explores the outbreak and trajectory of the Syrian uprising, and is currently working on his next book on the country.
Thu Dec 19 2024

Perkeso to study social security protection for Malaysians working in Singapore
Steven Sim said he made this commitment to the Malaysian diaspora, as the group requested some form of social security insurance.
Wed Oct 30 2024

FM Mohamad urges Malaysian diaspora to embrace "ambassador" role in promoting Malaysia
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan emphasized the need to position Malaysia to attract more global investments, especially in high-growth sectors.
Fri Sep 27 2024

Worldwide protests held over Indian trainee medic's rape and death
Thousands of diaspora Indians protest for justice after last month's rape and murder of a trainee doctor at a Kolkata hospital.
Mon Sep 09 2024
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[COLUMNIST] Harvesting genius: Unravelling the complex dance of brain drain
Malaysia's most brilliant minds persist in "vibrating and shaking" other countries, leaving a palpable void in their homeland.
Mon Jun 03 2024
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[COLUMNIST] Malaysian brain drain: Voices echoing through research
Analysis of extensive empirical research on the M'sian brain drain highlights a persistent and substantial issue spanning several decades.
Thu May 16 2024

Indonesia may offer dual citizenship to attract overseas workers, minister says
The minister said the government plans to give dual citizenship to former Indonesian citizens living overseas.
Tue Apr 30 2024
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[COLUMNIST] Unlocking opportunities: Streamlining immigration for Malaysian brain gain
Brain drain has long been a persistent issue in Malaysia, studied repeatedly even before the twenty-first century.
Mon Apr 22 2024

PM to attend AZEC and meet Malaysian Diaspora in Tokyo
AZEC is a collaborative platform aimed at advancing carbon neutrality and energy transition to achieve zero emission targets.
Mon Dec 18 2023

President Marcos vows to promote Filipinos' welfare in Malaysia
There are nearly a million Filipinos in Malaysia, mostly overseas OFWs, according to the figures released by the Philippine Embassy in KL.
Wed Jul 26 2023

Majority of Malaysian diaspora are women: When will they return?
Experts point to the low female labour participation rate as a sign of existing gender discrimination.
Tue Jun 07 2022

Malaysian diaspora grateful with implementation of travel corridor with Indonesia
The initial part of the plan will involve the Kuala Lumpur-Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur-Bali routes.
Thu Nov 11 2021

Agong expresses satisfaction over special visit to UK
Al-Sultan Abdullah also expressed satisfaction and pleasure for having met with the Malaysian diaspora in the UK.
Tue Sep 28 2021

Disney plans 'Lion King' follow-up film with 'Moonlight' director
The new movie will incorporate the same technology as the 2019 film which earned $1.7 billion at global box offices, will also have music.
Wed Sep 30 2020

PM Najib, wife meet Malaysians in Washington
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak and wife Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor met with Malaysian students and diaspora at a dinner at the Malaysian Embassy here Monday.
Tue Sep 12 2017

S.Korea braces for tough US trade talks, liberal party issues caution
Seoul will work closely with the US for a mutually beneficial solution, prioritising national interest, says Han Duck-soo.
Mon Apr 21 2025

Netflix shares rise as rosy outlook calms investors' nerves amid tariff fears
Netflix reassures investors that it could withstand any economic downturn amid a tariff laden economic climate.
Mon Apr 21 2025

China sanctions US congress members, officials and NGO heads
China warns any US misstep on Hong Kong will face firm, reciprocal countermeasures, says foreign ministry spokesperson.
Mon Apr 21 2025

How to take the most from the present De-Facto peace period in Armenia-Azerbaijan relations
The Antalya Diplomacy Forum presents rare opportunity for trilateral engagement among foreign ministers of three South Caucasian countries.
Mon Apr 21 2025

Tariff deal talks to dominate IMF-World Bank meetings this week
Policymakers to gauge damage from Trump's tariff barrage.
Mon Apr 21 2025

World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab steps down as Chair
The Board appoints Vice Chairman Peter Brabeck-Letmathe as interim Chair and establishes a search committee to identify permanent successor.
Mon Apr 21 2025

Japan to voice concern over US trade deal inconsistency, PM Ishiba says
Japan PM voices "grave concern" over inconsistency between the deal and President Donald Trump's latest automobile tariffs.
Mon Apr 21 2025

China stops buying LNG from US, replaces with gas from neighbouring countries
China compensated for the loss of LNG volumes by increasing purchases from its regional neighbours.
Mon Apr 21 2025

China warns countries against striking trade deals with US at its expense
China is determined and capable of safeguarding its own rights and interests, the ministry said.
Mon Apr 21 2025

South Korea finds 'Made in Korea' breaches intended to avoid US tariffs
Customs uncovers US$20.81 million in country-of-origin violations, mainly involving foreign products from China.
Mon Apr 21 2025