![What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent? What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51730179816_tbglobe.jpg)
What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?
The US State Department's Taiwan page last week removed a previous reference to not supporting Taiwan's independence.
Tue Feb 18 2025
Consider This: Freedom of Expression — Malaysia’s 2024 Report
As we wrap-up 2024 and set resolutions for year ahead, this episode of #ConsiderThis explores Malaysia’s state of freedom of expression this year: Are we moving forward? Melisa Idris speaks with Nalini Elumalai, Senior Malaysia Programme Officer at ARTICLE 19 which is an NGO dedicated to freedom of expression, and Wathshlah Naidu, Executive Director of the Center for Independent Journalism, about the recently released 2024 Report on the State of Freedom of Expression in Malaysia.
Fri Dec 20 2024
![Article 19 & CIJ call for revisions to protect rights in Online Safety Bill 2024 Article 19 & CIJ call for revisions to protect rights in Online Safety Bill 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733894728_tbJournalism.jpg)
Article 19 & CIJ call for revisions to protect rights in Online Safety Bill 2024
ARTICLE 19 and the Centre for Independent Journalism are concerned about specific provisions of the Online Safety Bill 2024.
Wed Dec 11 2024
![Prabowo's coalition dominate Indonesian regional elections; Jakarta the exception Prabowo's coalition dominate Indonesian regional elections; Jakarta the exception](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51729223855_Prabowo.jpg)
Prabowo's coalition dominate Indonesian regional elections; Jakarta the exception
While the official results will be announced between Nov. 30 and Dec. 15, independent pollsters have released their election counts.
Thu Nov 28 2024
![Malaysian Media Council needs to be established immediately - Media associations Malaysian Media Council needs to be established immediately - Media associations](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/71730547447_media.jpg)
Malaysian Media Council needs to be established immediately - Media associations
The establishment of the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) as an independent self-regulatory body involving various industry parties needs to be implemented immediately without further delay.
Sat Nov 02 2024
![What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent? What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51730179816_tbglobe.jpg)
What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?
Xi Jinping urges Joe Biden to toughen the language the United States uses when discussing its position on Taiwanese independence.
Sat Nov 02 2024
![FACTBOX - China to send 14th crewed mission to space on Shenzhou-19 FACTBOX - China to send 14th crewed mission to space on Shenzhou-19](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/61730199146_TBSATELLITE.jpg)
FACTBOX - China to send 14th crewed mission to space on Shenzhou-19
Of the 14 crewed missions, eight were visits to China's independently built space station Tiangong.
Wed Oct 30 2024
![Malaysia's intent to join BRICS upholds nation's independent and neutral policies Malaysia's intent to join BRICS upholds nation's independent and neutral policies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718949788_BRICS.jpg)
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
![China wants academic exchange but historians say increased censorship makes research hard China wants academic exchange but historians say increased censorship makes research hard](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51726206148_Panjiayuanantiquem.jpg)
China wants academic exchange but historians say increased censorship makes research hard
Scholars fear that tightened censorship is extinguishing avenues for independent research into the country's past.
Sat Sep 14 2024
![PM to deliver special National Day address at PICC this Friday PM to deliver special National Day address at PICC this Friday](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/41722578318_tbAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM to deliver special National Day address at PICC this Friday
This year's event emphasises on the importance of cultivating independent thinking, Zaimy Shaari said.
Mon Aug 26 2024
Consider This: MyOBI 2024 - How State Budgets Measure Up
Are you aware of how your state's budget is being managed? As a citizen, you have the right to be informed about how your money is spent, and to demand stronger oversight by independent institutions. The Malaysian Open Budget Index, MyOBI, which is an initiative driven by the think tank IDEAS Malaysia, aims to shine a light on how transparent and accountable our state governments are with their budget processes. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Alissa Rode, Senior Manager of Research at IDEAS Malaysia and lead researcher for Malaysia in the Open Budget Survey, and Michelle Ng, Member of the Selangor State Legislative Assembly for Subang Jaya and member of the Selangor State Public Accounts Committee.
Fri Aug 02 2024
![PM to meet Putin to discuss economic cooperation PM to meet Putin to discuss economic cooperation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/41722578318_tbAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM to meet Putin to discuss economic cooperation
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated this affirms Malaysia's independent stance without hostility toward any nation.
Fri Aug 02 2024
![The Malaysian gov't must halt any hasty decisions on social media licensing The Malaysian gov't must halt any hasty decisions on social media licensing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61714719279_TBCIJLogo.jpg)
The Malaysian gov't must halt any hasty decisions on social media licensing
There is growing concern that such regulations could threaten the fundamental democratic values underpinning the nation's governance.
Mon Jul 29 2024
![Independent audit on HRD Corp right move in restoring public trust - PAC Independent audit on HRD Corp right move in restoring public trust - PAC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41720333130_HRDcorp.jpg)
Independent audit on HRD Corp right move in restoring public trust - PAC
PAC chairman Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin said that it proved Steven Sim Chee Keong kept his promise not to hide any truth.
Thu Jul 11 2024
![Malaysia eyes BRICS membership to amplify global voice - Mohamad Malaysia eyes BRICS membership to amplify global voice - Mohamad](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61698398351_MohamadHasan.jpg)
Malaysia eyes BRICS membership to amplify global voice - Mohamad
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said Msia's influence will grow significantly as part of this economic bloc compared to operating independently.
Tue Jun 18 2024
![China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41691592123_WangYi.jpg)
China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739935395_tbVladimirPutinDon.jpg)
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739950345_PopeFrancis.jpg)
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738903885_TBSaraDuterte.jpg)
Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733723992_LewisHamilton.jpg)
Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739962942_SheikhMohamedbinZ.jpg)
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739940935_TBTaylorSwift.jpg)
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71737096454_palestinegazaisr.jpg)
More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739939398_TBLiewChinTong.jpg)
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739955532_GretaThunberg.jpg)
Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action
A court cannot decide that the parliament or the government must take any specific action, the Supreme Court says.
Wed Feb 19 2025