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China scientists rush to climate-proof potatoes

China scientists rush to climate-proof potatoes

China is world's biggest producer of potatoes, crucial to global food security because of their high yield relative to other staple crops.
Sun Dec 01 2024
Climate change is making temperatures deadlier, food less reliable, experts warn

Climate change is making temperatures deadlier, food less reliable, experts warn

Climate change is raising temperatures to dangerous new heights, while also worsening drought and food security.
Thu Oct 31 2024
Preparing for a Chinese blockade, Taiwan maps out wartime food plans

Preparing for a Chinese blockade, Taiwan maps out wartime food plans

Taiwan says it was planning to set up task force to ensure food supply safety by taking a monthly inventory of the island's food resources.
Wed Oct 23 2024
Malaysia expects greater trade growth with India following PM's official visit to India

Malaysia expects greater trade growth with India following PM's official visit to India

Tengku Zafrul said the cooperation covers investment, trade, manufacturing, semiconductors, the digital economy, and food security.
Thu Aug 22 2024
Can palm oil help us eat our way to a greener future?

Can palm oil help us eat our way to a greener future?

The world faces a daunting challenge - how to feed a growing population without destroying the planet.
Sun Aug 11 2024
Global food monitor says famine has taken hold in Sudan's Darfur

Global food monitor says famine has taken hold in Sudan's Darfur

The war in Sudan and restrictions on aid deliveries have caused famine in at least one site in North Darfur.
Sun Aug 04 2024
Crickets get crunchy as Singapore approves edible insects amid food security push

Crickets get crunchy as Singapore approves edible insects amid food security push

S'pore approved for human consumption 16 species ranging from crickets to grasshoppers, grubs and mealworms after two years of deliberation.
Sat Aug 03 2024
[COLUMNIST] Sowing change: Why agricultural modernisation is key to profound national progress

[COLUMNIST] Sowing change: Why agricultural modernisation is key to profound national progress

Modernising agriculture will boost food security and create opportunities to enhance our nation's economic growth.
Fri Jul 05 2024
[COLUMNIST] Agriculture sector need more than subsidies to boost productivity and food security

[COLUMNIST] Agriculture sector need more than subsidies to boost productivity and food security

To increase agricultural productivity, a combination of financial, logistical, and technological supportsisneeded.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Thailand to cooperate with Muslim countries to boost economic competitiveness

Thailand to cooperate with Muslim countries to boost economic competitiveness

Thailand is committed to cooperating with Muslim countries on food security, energy, and climate change issues to enhance the country's economic competitiveness.
Wed Jun 12 2024
[COLUMNIST] How Qatar flourished in food security despite geographical and geopolitical challenges

[COLUMNIST] How Qatar flourished in food security despite geographical and geopolitical challenges

As Malaysia has growing concerns over our food security status, should we then be following Qatar's path in improving food security?
Fri Jun 07 2024
Subsidised rice worth RM2.1mil seized from unlicensed warehouse in Sibu

Subsidised rice worth RM2.1mil seized from unlicensed warehouse in Sibu

KPKM said various grades of rice including imported white rice were seized during the operation which was found not issued with a license.
Wed May 22 2024
Move to cultivate paddy using underground water aimed at tackling effects of drought

Move to cultivate paddy using underground water aimed at tackling effects of drought

The government will implement a paddy planting method using an underground water system in preparation for the expected worse hot weather next year.
Wed May 08 2024
Govt to develop specific indicators to measure food security level - DPM Fadillah

Govt to develop specific indicators to measure food security level - DPM Fadillah

The government agreed to develop indicators to measure the country's food security level, among other initiatives.
Tue Apr 02 2024
Russia affirms commitment to ASEAN, offers its expertise on food security

Russia affirms commitment to ASEAN, offers its expertise on food security

Russia has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to fostering robust relations with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
Sat Mar 30 2024
Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia

Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India

Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada

US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress

[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress

Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025
What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?

The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows

Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Gaza hunger crisis could return if Israeli blockade continues, UN relief agency chief says

Gaza hunger crisis could return if Israeli blockade continues, UN relief agency chief says

UNRWA warns the situation in Gaza is quickly deteriorating.
Wed Mar 12 2025
What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?

Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025
Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'

Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025
Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip

Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025