EXPLAINER - Coalition or chaos? What lies ahead after France's election
Emmanuel Macron has urged the mainstream parties in France's hung parliament to form a coalition able to muster a "solid" majority.
Thu Jul 11 2024
ANALYSIS - Is France governable? The budget is an early test
If no way forward emerges, the constitution requires a delay of one year before new elections.
Wed Jul 10 2024
French voters deliver a win for the left, a blow for Le Pen and a hung parliament
The leftist alliance unexpectedly takes the top spot ahead of the far right but no group winning a majority.
Mon Jul 08 2024
Dialog Tiga Penjuru: Political stability in hung Parliament
Catch the special discussion tonight 8.30pm on how Malaysia can achieve and maintain political stability in the context of the emergence of hung parliaments and fragile post-election coalition governments, which were previously unfamiliar to Malaysia before 2020.
Thu Jul 13 2023
Anwar appointed 10th PM, ending five-day post-GE15 impasse
After five days of a hung Parliament, the political uncertainty has finally been cleared with the appointment of Anwar Ibrahim as the country's 10th Prime Minister.
Thu Nov 24 2022
Did Undi18 produce a hung Parliament?
Some quarters are pointing the finger at young voters for the role they played in causing Malaysia's first such political impasse.
Thu Nov 24 2022
GE15: Tun M wants winning party to form govt to solve country's issues
The Pejuang chairman admitted that he was saddened by his party's defeat in all 125 seats contested, but accepted the people's choice.
Wed Nov 23 2022
Malaysia's wait for PM continues for fourth day as post-election crisis drags on
The constitutional monarch plays a largely ceremonial role but can appoint a premier he believes will command a majority in parliament.
Wed Nov 23 2022
Anwar, Muhyiddin arrive at Istana Negara for audience with King
Both leaders were summoned following the results of the GE15 that produced a hung Parliament.
Tue Nov 22 2022
DAP urges people to remain calm while awaiting decision on new government
The ongoing process of forming a federal government after the GE15 is a new experience for Malaysia, Anthony Loke said.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Malaysian police warn of ethnic tensions on social media after divisive election
The police warning comes as race-based narratives dominated political chatter on social media during and after the election.
Tue Nov 22 2022
GE15: Social media users warned not to threaten public order - IGP
Acryl Sani said PDRM detected social media users uploading content with racial or religious sentiments and insults towards the royal institution.
Tue Nov 22 2022
GE15: Hung Parliament and significance of anti-hopping law in Malaysia
The Constitution (Amendment) Act (No.3) 2022 does not prevent MPs from any party from giving support in their individual capacity to any coalition to form a new federal government.
Mon Nov 21 2022
Bursa Malaysia falls on hung Parliament situation, KLCI down 1.23 pct
Investors offloaded shares in early trade on the local bourse as Malaysia is faced with a hung Parliament situation at the conclusion of the GE15 over the weekend.
Mon Nov 21 2022
No one should try to disturb public order in post-election period - IGP
Acryl Sani said in the post-GE15 period, no one should try to create any situation which could disturb public order and security.
Sun Nov 20 2022
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
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
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