COP29: Global South deserves more in climate funding - KL Mayor
KL mayor says Asia and Africa, though low energy users, face severe impacts from extreme weather and rising temperatures.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Niaga SPOTLIGHT: Inclusive Urban Planning and Urban Design
Niaga SPOTLIGHT exclusive interview with Datuk Seri Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor, Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur requires considerable pivoting towards accessible, inclusive infrastructure and public facilities to reap the cost-benefit advantages of universal accessibility in the medium to long term.
DS Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif discusses her vision and ongoing implementation of inclusive urban planning and urban design for the capital city.
Kuala Lumpur requires considerable pivoting towards accessible, inclusive infrastructure and public facilities to reap the cost-benefit advantages of universal accessibility in the medium to long term.
DS Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif discusses her vision and ongoing implementation of inclusive urban planning and urban design for the capital city.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Jalan Masjid India area safe - Mayor
Datuk Seri Dr. Maimunah Mohd Sharif said only a 200-meter path from Wisma Yakin to the police hut is currently closed with barriers.
Fri Sep 06 2024
DBKL, IWK to inspect sewage pipe at second sinkhole location - KL Mayor
The City Mayor stated that, as a precautionary measure, the sinkhole area has been secured with safety tape and a water barrier.
Wed Aug 28 2024
Signing ceremony of an addendum to the memorandum of cooperation between the UN-Habitat and Urbanice Malaysia
The partnership aims to advance commitments of the 2030 Development Agenda at local level and the implementation of the New Urban Agenda.
Thu Dec 07 2023
A brief analysis of the Second UN-Habitat Assembly
We need bold action and collective effort to create thriving cities, said UN-Habitat Executive Director Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif.
Tue Jun 13 2023
New hosts of World Habitat Day and World Cities Day announced
World Habitat Day 2023 will be hosted in the city of Baku, Azerbaijan, and World Habitat Day 2024 will be celebrated in the city of Quertaro, United Mexican States.
Thu Jun 08 2023
UN-Habitat forms new partnership with key Commonwealth Associations to focus on urban law
The partnership will focus on addressing urban vulnerabilities in least developing, low-and middle-income countries.
Thu Jun 08 2023
UN-Habitat Assembly: Day two report
We cannot achieve the Sustainable Development Goals without women and girls, Maimunah Mohd Sharif said.
Wed Jun 07 2023
''To build a city with women first takes building the women as cities''
The aim of the discussion was to recognize the vital role women play in enabling cities and communities to thrive.
Wed Jun 07 2023
UN-Habitat Assembly: Day one report
UNHA2 opened with high-level speakers stressing the critical role of cities in addressing planetary crises.
Wed Jun 07 2023
Second UN-Habitat Assembly kicks off
The second United Nations Habitat Assembly, #UNHA2, kicks off by calling for sustainable urban development and effective multilateralism
Mon Jun 05 2023
Malaysia committed to support re-elected head of UN-Habitat in achieving SDG11
Malaysia welcomes the reappointment of Datuk Seri Paduka Maimunah Mohd Sharif as the Executive Director of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat).
Sat Jan 22 2022
Maimunah Mohd Sharif of Malaysia re-elected as head of UN-Habitat
Maimunah's new two-year term starts on Jan 20, 2022, and ends on Jan 19, 2024.
Fri Jan 21 2022
PN govt to continue working with private sector, financial institutions to reduce COVID-19 impacts
On top of combating and monitoring cases, every nation, including Malaysia, is forced to re-assess all that has been done and is to be done.
Mon Sep 28 2020
Netanyahu, in Gaza, says Hamas will no longer rule enclave
Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is still searching for the 101 hostages in Gaza, offering a $5 million reward for the return of each one.
Wed Nov 20 2024
[COLUMNIST] Trump’s key cabinet pick - Recipe for a modern-day crusade
Trump's appointments could only accelerate the process that leads to a regional war.
Wed Nov 20 2024
[COLUMNIST] Monsoon Knowledge Zenith – Keeping education afloat during floods
Monsoon Knowledge Zenith embodies this spirit by integrating disaster education, adaptive curriculums, and innovative learning strategies.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Bollywood music composer A.R. Rahman, wife announce split
Despite their deep love for each other, the couple have found that the tensions and difficulties created an insurmountable gap between them.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Trump taps former WWE CEO Linda McMahon as education secretary
Donald Trump says she will fight "tirelessly" to expand universal school choice across the US.
Wed Nov 20 2024
JPN in final phase of next-gen ID card procurement, Dewan Rakyat told
Datuk Seri Dr. Shamsul Anuar says the new ID card ensures high security, advanced safety features, and modern tech integration.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Rising equity market capitalisation further evidence of Malaysia's economic recovery - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the ESG agenda is increasingly shaping the world economy and capital markets.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Southeast Asia rises to climate challenges: Uniting nature, technology, and collaboration at COP29
As one of the regions most exposed to climate risks, Southeast Asia faces significant economic, social and natural challenges.
Wed Nov 20 2024
COP29 climate talks enter final stretch: What happens next?
Here's a breakdown of the known sticking points and what happens next.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Malaysia to become leading hub for green investments, drive sustainable growth
Nga Kor Ming says, through COP29, M'sia aims to establish itself as a leading hub for green investments by promoting supportive policies.
Wed Nov 20 2024