Brazil takes over BRICS Presidency, focusing on Global South cooperation
Brazil assumed the rotating presidency of the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) on Wednesday. The agenda will focus on strengthening cooperation among Global South nations
Thu Jan 02 2025
Thailand accepts invitation to be BRICS partner country
Thailand has notified Russia, the current chair of the BRICS group, of its acceptance to be a partner country.
Fri Dec 27 2024
BRICS' importance as platform for collaboration grows - Chinese Foreign Ministry
The significance of BRICS as a platform for fostering unity and cooperation among Global South countries has risen, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Tuesday
Wed Dec 25 2024
Beyond checking a box: How a social license can help communities benefit from data reuse and AI
The original excitement about the influence of AI on developed countries is shifting toward how AI might influence developing nations.
Sat Dec 21 2024
[COLUMNIST] Trump's tariff threat: The timely catalyst for global realignment
It is becoming increasingly evident that even the edge of innovation is steadily shifting to the global South-East!
Mon Dec 09 2024
ANALYSIS - New UN figures reveal huge cost of drought and desertification
A new report shows global losses from drought cost $307 billion a year.
Thu Dec 05 2024
Global South should unite in response to Trump's tariff threats on BRICS - Jomo
Jomo says there is a genuine opportunity to explore and expand possibilities within the system, provided there is a collective goal.
Tue Dec 03 2024
COP29: Global South deserves more in climate funding - KL Mayor
KL mayor says Asia and Africa, though low energy users, face severe impacts from extreme weather and rising temperatures.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Developing nations are least responsible for climate change but cop it worst. Will the COP29 climate talks tackle this injustice?
Since the Industrial Revolution, country after country has turned to fossil fuels to power their transport and industry.
Sat Nov 16 2024
PM calls for robust collaboration with Global South
It's crucial to shift course slightly and enhance collaboration with the Global South, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Thu Nov 14 2024
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: Malaysia & BRICS (Part 1) — 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 Elina Noor, Senior Fellow, of the Asia Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
Fri Oct 25 2024
BRICS mechanism conducive to cooperation among developing countries, says UN economist
The appeal of the BRICS mechanism lies in the expanding influence of its members in the global political and economic system.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Malaysia's intent to join BRICS upholds nation's independent and neutral policies
Malaysia's intent to join BRICS is part of the country's efforts to uphold its independent and neutral policies.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Russia's Putin outlines BRICS grain exchange proposal
BRICS countries are among the world's largest producers of grains, legumes, and oilseeds, says Vladimir Putin.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Man killed, two injured in random stabbing near Japan's Nagano Station
An investigative source said the suspect appeared to target victims at random.
Thu Jan 23 2025
China families appeal to free relatives held by scam gangs in Myanmar
The UN says hundreds of thousands of people have been trafficked to scam centres in Southeast Asia since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thu Jan 23 2025
Wake-up call: Decline in global women's cancer testing
Based on surveys from over 146,000 people across 142 countries, the index fills a critical gap in knowledge about health, safety of women.
Thu Jan 23 2025
CNN and NBC News to lay off employees, CNBC reports
The job cuts come as CNN looks to rearrange its linear TV lineup and build out digital subscription products, CNBC said.
Thu Jan 23 2025
Gazans' joy at ceasefire dims as they visit ruined homes, dig for the dead
Some Gazans cant recognise their homes and return to tents where they've sheltered for months, turning away from shattered neighborhoods.
Thu Jan 23 2025
WEF2025: Cutting Through Cybercomplexity
Escalating cyberattacks, geopolitical instability and unprecedented technological shifts cast a shadow on an organization’s resilience.
What emerging trends will reshape the cybersecurity model and how can global leaders harness these insights to build a more secure and equitable digital future?
What emerging trends will reshape the cybersecurity model and how can global leaders harness these insights to build a more secure and equitable digital future?
Wed Jan 22 2025
WEF2025: ASEAN, Even Stronger Together
WEF2025: ASEAN, Even Stronger Together
Building on its strong economic growth of 4.7% in 2024, ASEAN is seeking to boost labour productivity to maintain its competitiveness amid intensifying geo-economic competition.
How can the region leverage its diversity and deepen collaboration with partners to strengthen the third largest population bloc in the world?
Building on its strong economic growth of 4.7% in 2024, ASEAN is seeking to boost labour productivity to maintain its competitiveness amid intensifying geo-economic competition.
How can the region leverage its diversity and deepen collaboration with partners to strengthen the third largest population bloc in the world?
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: 22th Jan 2025
#AWANITonight with Hafiz Marzukhi
- PM shares his thoughts on BRICS and China at WEF 2025
- Oriental Kopi's listing at ACE Market. What to expect?
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
- PM shares his thoughts on BRICS and China at WEF 2025
- Oriental Kopi's listing at ACE Market. What to expect?
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: All eyes on Oriental Kopi’s ACE market debut
Will the hype over Oriental Kopi carry over to the stock market during its ACE Market debut on Jan 23? Astro AWANI Correspondent Faye Kwan breaks down the buzz and what to expect from the F&B chain’s IPO listing.
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: What challenges lie ahead for post-Assad Syria?
Astro AWANI is the first Malaysian news brand to enter Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Astro AWANI’s Social Media Editor, Hilal Azmi, reports from Damascus on the current situation and the country’s ongoing recovery.
Wed Jan 22 2025