Tens of thousands protest Mexican president's electoral reform plan
Concerns arise that the president's plan could presage a power grab because it gives the president more control over the electoral system.
Mon Nov 14 2022
UK says Hong Kong electoral changes undermine trust in China
China's parliament approved on Thursday a draft decision to change Hong Kong's electoral system.
Thu Mar 11 2021
IDEAS calls for release of full ERC report, transparency in Special Committee's deliberations
The public is entitled to know and participate in the discourse to reform our electoral system.
Thu Jan 28 2021
Felda's cash flow issues to be raised in Parliament today
Khoo also wants to know about the government's move to reform and improve Malaysia's electoral system and process as well as its timeline.
Mon Dec 14 2020
Improving postal voting process among focus by EC now - Azmi
The Election Commission (EC) is currently focusing on efforts to improve the postal voting process towards strengthening the country's electoral system.
Sun Aug 23 2020
Parliamentary caucus formed to prevent party hopping
A parliamentary caucus to reform the country's electoral system was officially formed today with the aim to find ways to prevent party hopping among politicians.
Tue Aug 18 2020
Parliament: New electoral system to stop party hopping, playing of audio highlights of second week
The debate on the motion of the royal address by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong since Monday until yesterday saw the participation of 78 parliamentary members.
Fri Jul 24 2020
KKMM ready for online campaigning in Chini by-election
KKMM is ready to provide enhanced internet capacity and coverage if the Election Commission decides to encourage campaigning for the Chini state by-election to be held via social media.
Sun Jun 14 2020
UMNO elections must be seen to be clean and healthy - Najib
The UMNO president said members should play their role in ensuring that the electoral system brought about the transformation desired.
Mon Sep 30 2013
How do we stop 'undemocratic' multi-cornered fights?
A political scientist suggests that Malaysia can make candidate selection more democratic.
Mon Apr 22 2013
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024