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Trump 2.0: Who would be in the running for top jobs in Trump's second administration?

Trump 2.0: Who would be in the running for top jobs in Trump's second administration?

Here are the top contenders for some of the key posts overseeing defense, intelligence, diplomacy, trade, immigration and economic policymaking.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Consider This: Malaysia & BRICS (Part 2) — Building the Right Foundation?

Consider This: Malaysia & BRICS (Part 2) — Building the Right Foundation?

Malaysia is set to be officially recognised as one of 13 nations added to BRICS as a partner country, though not as full members yet. But as Malaysia joins this diverse and at times divided group, questions remain about what the country stands to gain—and what it risks. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Tan Sri Dr Munir Majid, Visiting Senior Fellow at the Centre for International Affairs, Diplomacy and Strategy at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Consider This: Myanmar Crisis (Part 2) — Malaysia’s Leadership Testing as ASEAN Chair

Consider This: Myanmar Crisis (Part 2) — Malaysia’s Leadership Testing as ASEAN Chair

As Malaysia takes over the chair of ASEAN in 2025, the region faces a critical test: the deepening crisis in Myanmar. Despite the 5-Point Consensus agreed upon by ASEAN leaders in 2021, little progress has been made in resolving the ongoing violence and humanitarian disaster gripping the country. Can Malaysia’s chairmanship reshape ASEAN’s approach to Myanmar and bring about real change? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Thomas Daniel, senior fellow in the Foreign Policy and Security Studies programme at ISIS Malaysia.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Consider This: Myanmar Crisis (Part 1) — Malaysia’s Leadership Testing as ASEAN Chair

Consider This: Myanmar Crisis (Part 1) — Malaysia’s Leadership Testing as ASEAN Chair

s Malaysia takes over the chair of ASEAN in 2025, the region faces a critical test: the deepening crisis in Myanmar. Despite the 5-Point Consensus agreed upon by ASEAN leaders in 2021, little progress has been made in resolving the ongoing violence and humanitarian disaster gripping the country. Can Malaysia’s chairmanship reshape ASEAN’s approach to Myanmar and bring about real change? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Lilianne Fan, who is part of the Malaysian Advisory Group on Myanmar. She’s also the Co-Founder and International Director of the regional humanitarian organisation Geutanyoe Foundation.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Blinken says concern in Asia about prospect of Middle East conflicts spreading

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
ASEAN leaders share unexpected in-flight diplomacy ahead of Laos Summit

ASEAN leaders share unexpected in-flight diplomacy ahead of Laos Summit

The lack of direct flights from many ASEAN capitals led to an impromptu gathering of regional heavyweights on the same plane to Vientiane.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Malaysia to expand recognition of JAKIM's halal certification through halal diplomacy

Malaysia to expand recognition of JAKIM's halal certification through halal diplomacy

The deputy prime minister said that 88 countries currently recognise JAKIM's halal certification.
Tue Sep 17 2024
The future of palm oil hangs in the balance

The future of palm oil hangs in the balance

Palm oil faces a complex future, with new regulations and pressures challenging the ongoing sustainability of the industry.
Fri Aug 09 2024
Malaysia, China confirm joint effort to conduct  new research on panda protection

Malaysia, China confirm joint effort to conduct new research on panda protection

The "Panda Diplomacy" has strengthened bilateral relations between Malaysia and China.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Israeli forces advance deeper into Rafah as diplomacy falters

Israeli forces advance deeper into Rafah as diplomacy falters

Many families are forced to flee their homes and tents under darkness, residents said.
Fri Jun 14 2024
[COLUMNIST] Navigating cultural diplomacy: Celebrating 50 years of China-Malaysia relations

[COLUMNIST] Navigating cultural diplomacy: Celebrating 50 years of China-Malaysia relations

As Malaysia and China mark the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic relations, the significance of cultural diplomacy is profoundly felt.
Fri May 24 2024
Focus on forest conservation, not gifting orangutans, govt told

Focus on forest conservation, not gifting orangutans, govt told

WWF-Malaysia suggests there were more effective alternatives to demonstrate Malaysia's commitment to orangutan conservation.
Tue May 14 2024
Philippines to boost diplomacy and defence capability as South China Sea 'countermeasures'

Philippines to boost diplomacy and defence capability as South China Sea 'countermeasures'

China says regardless of what policies the Philippines rolls out, none would affect China's maritime rights of sovereignty claims.
Mon Apr 01 2024
[COLUMNIST] Navigating the Indo-Pacific: China's Maritime Ambitions and Regional Dynamics

[COLUMNIST] Navigating the Indo-Pacific: China's Maritime Ambitions and Regional Dynamics

As China casts its gaze across the Indian Ocean, its actions spark a complex dance of diplomacy, deterrence, and dialogue.
Fri Feb 23 2024
Royal diplomacy a hallmark of Al-Sultan Abdullah's reign

Royal diplomacy a hallmark of Al-Sultan Abdullah's reign

Since assuming office on January 31, 2019, His Majesty has played a pivotal role in elevating Malaysia's global presence.
Wed Jan 24 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

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

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 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 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

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 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

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

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

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
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024