
New film censorship guidelines launched to boost production of high-quality works
The main pillars incorporated in new censorship guidelines are public order and safety, religion and morality and sociocultural perspective.
Mon May 20 2024

LPF will not approve films promoting LGBTQ lifestyles - Saifuddin Nasution
Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said govt never ratified international conventions related to LGBTQ, nor recognise LGBT lifestyles.
Thu Mar 21 2024

LPF: 'Pulau' trailer content different from that submitted for censorship
LPF in a statement today stated that the content of the trailer shown online is outside its jurisdiction.
Thu Jan 19 2023

Decision to cancel screening of 'Lightyear' movie made by distributor - LPF
The decision to cancel the screenings of the animated movie 'Lightyear' in Malaysia was made by its distributor, said Film Censorship Board (LPF).
Fri Jun 17 2022

LPF, Home Ministry in midst of reviewing tv station censorship authority - Zahidi
LPF and the Home Ministry are in the midst of reviewing the possibility of reducing tv stations' censorship authority for the approval process to broadcast a film or drama.
Mon Mar 28 2022

LPF does not censor film contents - Nur Jazlan
The Film Censorship Board (LPF) will not censor all acts of violence, sex and deviant teachings found in films as too much of censoring is not good for the society
Mon Apr 04 2016

The Luang Prabang Film Festival celebrates the best of Southeast Asian cinema
Every Dec since 2010, Laos is transformed into an open-air theatre during the Luang Prabang Film Festival.
Thu Oct 01 2015

Axed 'Fifty Shades of Grey': Film contains racy sex scenes - Censorship Board
The film adaptation of the famous trilogy, 'Fifty Shades of Grey' has been axed in Malaysian cinemas due to explicit sexual content.
Fri Feb 06 2015

LPF told to be prudent in evaluating 'The New Village' film
The Film Censorship Board (LPF) should be prudent in evaluating the 'The New Village' film as it has the final say on its screening.
Wed Sep 11 2013

MCA: Don't overly react against 'The New Village'
MCA stated the second review on the The New Village film will just tarnish the credibility of the Film Censorship Board (LPF) and hinder the development of local film industry.
Fri Aug 02 2013

Report on review of 'The New Village' ready this week - LPF
LPF chairman said two panels were established to find alleged communist elements and hidden agenda in terms of the storyline and certain things.
Mon Jul 29 2013

Screening of 'The New Village' postponed - Ahmad Zahid
Screening of the film 'The New Village' has been postponed pending further review by the Film Censorship Board (LPF).
Mon Jul 29 2013

Home Ministry lifts ban on Vishwaroopam
The Home Ministry has finally allowed the showing of the controversial Tamil film Vishwaroopam, effective today.
Tue Feb 19 2013

Decision on 'Viswaroopam' out this week
The Censorship Board and the Islamic Development Department is presently reviewing the controversial movie.
Thu Jan 31 2013

China grants some exemptions from US tariffs to limit trade war pain
The move signals the US and China may ease their trade war, calming fears over tariff impacts on the global economy.
Fri Apr 25 2025

Trump refutes China's claim of no trade talks
'We've been meeting with China' Trump says vaguely but gave no names or details.
Fri Apr 25 2025

Indonesia wants 'fair and square' trade in US tariff talks
Indonesia is prioritising its national interests in its ongoing negotiations over US tariffs, its senior economic minister says.
Fri Apr 25 2025

China defends global trade system amid US tariff tensions, says Ambassador
China does not seek war but is not afraid of it, and would fight if necessary, says Zheng Zeguang.
Fri Apr 25 2025

China warns G20 global economic growth 'insufficient', trade tensions weaken momentum
China supports dialogue and consultation "on equal footing" to settle trade and tariff disputes, says Finance Minister Lan Foan.
Fri Apr 25 2025
Niaga SPOTLIGHT | Agri-Tech: Malaysia's Strategic Pivot to Food Sovereignty
In Malaysia, a surprisingly small portion of agricultural land is dedicated to food production. Approximately 1.2 million hectares only are used for food crops, while the majority is used for oil palm (71.4%) and rubber (11.9%)
In such a scenario, it’s essential to pivot Malaysia’s food sovereignty via AgriTech.
NIAGA SPOTLIGHT features Dr Jay Desan, Co-Founder, BoomGrow and Chef Norazizi bin Taslim, Executive Chef, discussing BoomGrow - a homegrown AgriTech startup at the forefront of this transformation, via 5G-enabled, AI-powered vertical farms across Malaysia.
#NiagaSpotlightWithTehminaKaoosji #501Awani #AwaniNews #AgriTech #5G #FoodSovereignity #SustainableFarming #FarmToTable #FutureOfWork #Malaysia #NiagaAWANI #AWANInews
In such a scenario, it’s essential to pivot Malaysia’s food sovereignty via AgriTech.
NIAGA SPOTLIGHT features Dr Jay Desan, Co-Founder, BoomGrow and Chef Norazizi bin Taslim, Executive Chef, discussing BoomGrow - a homegrown AgriTech startup at the forefront of this transformation, via 5G-enabled, AI-powered vertical farms across Malaysia.
#NiagaSpotlightWithTehminaKaoosji #501Awani #AwaniNews #AgriTech #5G #FoodSovereignity #SustainableFarming #FarmToTable #FutureOfWork #Malaysia #NiagaAWANI #AWANInews
Fri Apr 25 2025

Bilateral trade deal among topics discussed with USTR
Malaysia open to talks with US on trade deficit, non-tariff barriers, tech security, and possible bilateral trade deal.
Fri Apr 25 2025

What have been flashpoints in Canada-US relations?
Here are some highlights of recent US-Canada relations.
Fri Apr 25 2025

Tariffs may mean more US steel jobs. Will there be workers to fill them?
Trump's 25 pct steel tariffs mark his push to revive US manufacturing by taxing imports and boosting local industry.
Fri Apr 25 2025

Malaysia can be catalyst for ASEAN-China semiconductor, infrastructure integration - Economist
This fast-growing region, namely ASEAN plus China will likely double in economic size over the next decade, says Dr Yao Tang.
Fri Apr 25 2025