Shoigu says Russia and allies should step up military exercises in Asia
Russia and its allies in Asia should expand joint military exercises as they face direct threat from attempts by the US, said Sergei Shoigu.
Fri Apr 26 2024
Chinese fighter jets 'orbit' Philippine patrol aircraft, Manila says
The militaries of the Philippines and Australia carried out a second day of sea and air exercises in the South China Sea.
Mon Nov 27 2023
Hamas critique removed from Palestinians' Abbas comments on Israel attack
President Mahmoud Abbas' Palestinian Authority exercises limited self-rule in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
Mon Oct 16 2023
Australia says hopes fade for soldiers missing after helicopter crash
The MRH-90 helicopter was taking part in Talisman Sabre military exercises between the US and Australia when it came down in waters.
Mon Jul 31 2023
AirAsia X submits application to exit PN17 status
AAX said it has undertaken a broad range of measures and corporate exercises to improve its financial position.
Fri Jul 21 2023
Philippines, US begin joint troop exercises amid regional tensions
For the first time, the Philippines and the US will hold live-fire drills at sea known as the 'Balikatan' exercise.
Tue Apr 11 2023
Thailand hosts thousands of US troops for annual 'Cobra Gold' drills
Cobra Gold involves 7,394 personnel from 30 countries, with seven full participants including Japan, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia.
Tue Feb 28 2023
North Korea fires two missiles into sea as South Korea wraps up drills
South Korean forces were wrapping up nearly two weeks of exercises aimed at deterring their northern neighbour.
Fri Oct 28 2022
South Korean marines stage amphibious landing exercise
The amphibious landing practice, held near Pohang on South Korea's east coast, is part of the 12-day Hoguk 22 field exercises.
Wed Oct 26 2022
N.Korea's Kim touts new large greenhouse farm built on ex-missile test site
Kim attended the event after guiding nuclear tactical exercises targeting South Korea over the past two weeks.
Tue Oct 11 2022
Chinese and Taiwanese warships shadow each other as drills due to end
10 warships each from China and Taiwan sailed at close quarters in the Taiwan Strait, with some Chinese vessels crossing the median line.
Mon Aug 08 2022
Taiwan slams 'evil neighbour' China after missiles fly over island
China fired multiple missiles into its surrounding waters, as many as four of which flew over Taipei during live-fire exercises.
Fri Aug 05 2022
Japan to take part in 'Garuda Shield' exercises in Indonesia for first time
Japan's involvement comes as Washington and its regional allies step up efforts to counter China's growing might in the Indo-Pacific region.
Wed Jul 27 2022
S.Korea, U.S. launch eight missiles in response to N.Korea missile tests
The South Korea-U.S. bilateral exercises involved an American aircraft carrier for the first time in more than four years.
Mon Jun 06 2022
TCA mulls including Brunei to make quartet - Hishammuddin
M'sia and Brunei agree to explore further defence cooperation, especially in joint exercises on anti-terrorism and special forces training.
Thu Mar 31 2022
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
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