Tackling the haze crisis in Malaysia
The haze has been a recurring environmental issue for the country, dating back several decades.
Mon Apr 24 2023
Southeast Asian haze crisis killed more than 100,000: Study
A smog outbreak in Southeast Asia last year may have caused more than 100,000 premature deaths, according to a new study released Monday.
Mon Sep 19 2016
Haze should be addressed at ASEAN level - Health Minister
Malaysia should use its status as ASEAN Chairman this year to tackle the haze crisis that has hit the region.
Mon Oct 05 2015
Singapore slams Indonesia over haze response as schools shut
Singapore slammed "shocking" statements from Indonesian officials over the haze crisis as it closed all schools Friday in an emergency measure.
Fri Sep 25 2015
Group mulls suing Malaysian companies allegedly involved in haze crisis
The civil society group, who had threatened to sue the Malaysian government over the haze crisis last week, has also considered to sue the Malaysian companies linked to the open burning in Indonesia.
Sun Jun 30 2013
Dewan Rakyat rejects BN and Pakatan motions to discuss haze issue
Emergency motions to debate the haze crisis in Parliament filed by both Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Rakyat leaders were rejected
Wed Jun 26 2013
Group threatens to sue Malaysia government over haze
A civil society group has threatened to sue the Malaysian government for negligence and breach of trust over the haze crisis enveloping the country.
Tue Jun 25 2013
Anifah: Indonesian apology 'not necessary'
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Anifah Aman today saluted Indonesian president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono for his apology on the haze crisis in Malaysia and Singapore.
Tue Jun 25 2013
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sat Oct 19 2024
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
Sat Oct 19 2024
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