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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
AWANI Tonight: 11th Feb 2025

AWANI Tonight: 11th Feb 2025

#AWANITonight with Hafiz Marzukhi

- ASEAN reaffirms support for lasting ceasefire and reconstruction in Gaza
- Malaysia's score and ranking in the corruption index remain unchanged

#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Tue Feb 11 2025
Where does the US get its steel and aluminum from?

Where does the US get its steel and aluminum from?

Here's a summary of the key trade partners impacted by higher tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.
Tue Feb 11 2025
AWANI Tonight: Trump suggests ending Gaza ceasefire if hostages not freed by Saturday

AWANI Tonight: Trump suggests ending Gaza ceasefire if hostages not freed by Saturday

U.S. President Donald Trump says the Gaza ceasefire deal should be scrapped if all Israeli captives are not freed by Saturday. This comes after Hamas suspended more releases, accusing Israel of violating the deal.
Tue Feb 11 2025
AWANI Tonight: Musk makes USD97 bil bid for Open AI, Altman hits back

AWANI Tonight: Musk makes USD97 bil bid for Open AI, Altman hits back

The battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman over OpenAI escalated as the Tesla founder launched a USD97.4 bil bid for the startup’s asset, only for Altman to hit back with a counteroffer for X.
Tue Feb 11 2025
AWANI Tonight: Malaysia’s score, ranking unchanged in global Corruption Index

AWANI Tonight: Malaysia’s score, ranking unchanged in global Corruption Index

Malaysia scored 50 points in the 2024 Global Corruption Perceptions Index, maintaining its 57th ranking among 180 countries.
Tue Feb 11 2025
Why Trump's proposal on Gaza is ringing alarm bells in the region

Why Trump's proposal on Gaza is ringing alarm bells in the region

Trump's plan touches on one of the most sensitive issues in the Arab-Israeli conflict, the right of Palestinians to return.
Tue Feb 11 2025
Malaysia, Turkiye exchange 11 MOUs covering energy, defence, trade and media

Malaysia, Turkiye exchange 11 MOUs covering energy, defence, trade and media

The exchange of MoUs reflects Malaysia and Turkiyes' commitment to deepening strategic, economic and cultural ties.
Tue Feb 11 2025
Trump's order curtailing US birthright citizenship blocked by third judge

Trump's order curtailing US birthright citizenship blocked by third judge

The preliminary injunction that the judge issued creates an extra legal barrier preventing Donald Trump's order from taking effect.
Tue Feb 11 2025
Olympics - Trump order on transgender athletes clashes with international norms

Olympics - Trump order on transgender athletes clashes with international norms

The International Olympic Committee staunchly refuse to apply any universal rule for its Games.
Tue Feb 11 2025
Trump signs executive order on plastic drinking straws

Trump signs executive order on plastic drinking straws

Donald Trump encourages the US government and consumers to buy plastic drinking straws.
Tue Feb 11 2025