What to expect as Japan prepares for Oct. 27 election
Here is what to expect in the following weeks as Shigeru Ishiba seeks to hold on to his party's lower house majority.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Japan's new PM Ishiba set to be formally anointed, unveil cabinet
Ishiba won a close-fought contest to lead the ruling Liberal Democratic Party last week, is virtually assured of being formerly designated premier due to his party's majority in parliament.
Tue Oct 01 2024
In Muslim-majority Indonesia, Pope Francis warns against religious extremism
Pope Francis said the Catholic Church would increase its efforts toward inter-religious dialogue in hopes of helping tamp down extremism.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Thailand's Paetongtarn wins majority support in parliament to become PM
Thaksin Shinawatra's daughter, Paetongtarn won the backing of parliament to become Thailand's youngest prime minister.
Fri Aug 16 2024
Consider This Preventing HIV with PrEP - Harmonising Health & Faith
In Muslim-majority Malaysia, implementing public health initiatives like PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) to prevent HIV infection required more than just medical planning. It demanded thoughtful consideration, the involvement of religious leaders, and careful communication to align with Islamic principles. As Malaysia integrates PrEP into its primary healthcare system, it’s setting a precedent that could serve as a model for other Muslim-majority countries. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Anita Suleiman, President of the College of Public Health Medicine at the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia. She’s also the former Director of the Disease Control Division at the Ministry of Health, and has been widely credited as the architect of Malaysia’s PrEP programme.
Thu Aug 15 2024
Srettha Thavisin's dramatic rise and fall in Thai politics
Srettha Thavisin's tenure has been marred by setbacks with polls indicating a majority of Thais have an unflattering view of his leadership.
Wed Aug 14 2024
As Merkel turns 70, most Germans sense decline since her 2021 exit
A majority of Germans believe that conditions in their country worsened since former conservative chancellor Angela Merkel's tenure ended.
Tue Jul 16 2024
EXPLAINER - Coalition or chaos? What lies ahead after France's election
Emmanuel Macron has urged the mainstream parties in France's hung parliament to form a coalition able to muster a "solid" majority.
Thu Jul 11 2024
EXPLAINER - After French election no party has a majority, so what comes next?
None of the three blocs can form a majority government and would need support from others to pass legislation.
Mon Jul 08 2024
French voters deliver a win for the left, a blow for Le Pen and a hung parliament
The leftist alliance unexpectedly takes the top spot ahead of the far right but no group winning a majority.
Mon Jul 08 2024
Starmer pledges to stabilise UK as Labour win huge majority
Keir Starmer vowed to rebuild Britain as its next prime minister after his Labour Party surged to a landslide victory.
Fri Jul 05 2024
UK's Labour sweeping into power with huge majority, exit poll shows
Centre-left Labour was on course to capture 410 of the 650 seats in parliament.
Fri Jul 05 2024
UK's Labour to win largest majority in modern history, YouGov forecasts
Analysis predicted that Labour would win 431 seats, with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservatives expected to win 102.
Thu Jul 04 2024
India's Modi set for a record third term, but with much smaller majority
Narendra Modi's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party lost its own majority in parliament for the first time in a decade.
Wed Jun 05 2024
India vote count shows Modi alliance heading to majority but no landslide
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's alliance was winning a majority of seats about halfway through the count in the general election.
Tue Jun 04 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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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