Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
King and Queen depart for home after Brunei visit
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah departed for home today after ending their three-day state visit to Brunei.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Worrying trend of drug abuse and addiction among school students - AADK
Khairul Anwar said that based on AADK records, the youngest primary school student to become a drug addict was 11 years old.
Mon Oct 14 2024
ASEAN, Beijing agree to avoid conflict in South China Sea - Anwar
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim China and ASEAN have also agreed to use diplomatic channels and negotiations to resolve disputes in those waters.
Fri Oct 11 2024
I never instructed Azilah, Sirul to kill Altantuya, I'm innocent of this crime - Najib
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak denies being the mastermind behind the gruesome murder.
Fri Oct 11 2024
ASEAN calls for early conclusion of South China Sea COC - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said ASEAN reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the South China Sea.
Thu Oct 10 2024
The Economy with Ibrahim Sani: Budget 2025: The case for a multi-year tax framework
This episode will explores the rationale behind implementing a structured, long-term approach to tax reform in Malaysia. It highlights the need for a framework that spans multiple years to ensure more effective tax policies, prevent economic shocks, and accommodate evolving market dynamics.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Seven & i stock surges after report of Couche-Tard raising buyout bid by 20 pct
In Japan, more than money is at stake in Alimentation Couche-Tard's bid to take over 7-Eleven, the largest convenience chain.
Wed Oct 09 2024
BNM issues commemorative coins to mark Sultan Ibrahim's installation as 17th King
The coins will be available in three denominations and will be available for purchase through BNM's online system.
Wed Oct 02 2024
Welfare of vulnerable groups continues to be given attention - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that children from wealthy families still benefit from govt-funded educational facilities over the poor.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Frenchman accused of mass abuse of wife says "I am a rapist", seeks forgiveness - media
Dominique Pelicot faces charges of rape, gang rape, and privacy violations for recording and sharing sexual images.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Trump says 'I hate Taylor Swift!' in Truth Social post
he former president has ratcheted up his rhetoric against one of the most successful recording artists in history.
Mon Sep 16 2024
Malaysia cannot be forced to choose sides amid US-China tensions
Malaysia is concern about rising tensions between the US and China, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Sep 06 2024
Malaysia rejects building up defence power to attack countries - PM
We do not support any sort of enhancement of defence and armaments to attack any country, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Sep 06 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
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