UN rights chief calls on states to challenge Israel over occupation
The UN urges countries to act against Israel's "blatant disregard" for international law in the occupied Palestinian territories.
Mon Sep 09 2024
Top UN court to deliver opinion on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories
Although ICJ advisory opinions hold weight in international law, declaring the occupation illegal could reduce support for Israel.
Fri Jul 19 2024
Israeli army seizes more Palestinian land in central occupied West Bank
Under international law, all Jewish settlements in the occupied territories are considered illegal.
Wed Jul 17 2024
Detention of Imran Khan violates international law, UN working group says
UN human rights working group said former Pakistani PM Imran Khan should be released immediately.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Open letter to His Excellency, the Ambassador of the United States of America to Malaysia
Humanity, history and international law are all on the side of the Palestinians.
Thu Apr 04 2024
[COLUMNIST] Responsibility to protect – undertake military action to prevent Gaza displacement
Consider this as part and parcel of the UNs "responsibility to protect" (R2P) doctrine under international law.
Fri Mar 22 2024
Australia wants navy boats with lots of weapons, but no crew. Will they run afoul of international law?
The advantages are that vessels can operate for longer, with more stealth, and allow military personnel to avoid hostile environments.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Malaysia heads to the ICJ for the Palestinians (again): Does it matter?
It matters as an opportunity for Malaysia not only to continue showing up for international lawmaking, but also for humanity.
Sat Feb 17 2024
World Court to rule on jurisdiction in Russia-Ukraine genocide case
ICJ will rule on Friday whether it will hear a case in which Ukraine has accused Russia of violating international law.
Tue Jan 30 2024
Joint statement by 24 countries including US, Britain on Houthi attacks
"We underscore that those who supply the Houthis with the weapons to conduct these attacks are violating UN Security Council Resolution 2216 and international law."
Wed Jan 24 2024
Malaysia demands accountability for Israel’s violations of international law - FM
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said "Malaysia will now also participate at the public hearing, on 19 Feb".
Wed Jan 24 2024
UN chief says parties to Gaza war 'trampling' on international law
Antonio Guterres said warring parties were "ignoring international law, trampling on Geneva Conventions, and even violating the UN Charter".
Wed Jan 17 2024
Bigger countries ignore international law, says President Aliyev
Countries that demand justice, and rightly so, must secure this themselves, said Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev.
Wed Jan 17 2024
Leaders convene at historic ASEAN-GCC summit, Malaysia calls for an end to oppression of Palestinians
Without exception, human rights must be protected and international law must be upheld, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.
Fri Oct 20 2023
Malaysia will spare no diplomatic effort to prevent massacre of civillians in Gaza - PM
Malaysia believes in upholding international law, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.
Thu Oct 19 2023
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
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
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
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
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024