Malaysian leaders kick off election campaigns in tight race
Polls and analysts say no single party or coalition will win a simple majority in the 222-seat parliament.
Sat Nov 05 2022
PNB Chairman: Eight Thoughts on Leadership and Succession
Following news reports of Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar's statement on suggesting CEOs to limit their time in office to ten years, the Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB) Chairman has written a follow-up
Fri Feb 09 2018
The 8 steps towards better leadership - Wahid Omar
Following news reports of Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar's statement on suggesting CEOs to limit their time in office to 10 years, he has written a follow-up piece to elucidate further his thoughts
Thu Feb 08 2018
My Top 3 suggestions for Malaysia's leaders in 2016
Here are three things that Astro AWANI's Linawati Adnan believes Malaysian leaders should do to take on their political journey in 2016.
Sat Jan 02 2016
Include economic, political issues in defence talks, says Hishammuddin
This is because the militants can use human trafficking as cover and this will become a threat to national security, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein says.
Sun Nov 15 2015
Pardon Anwar to prove we are compassionate - Zaid Ibrahim
Former Law Minister Datuk Zaid Ibrahim had called on Malaysian leaders and Islamic scholars to throw their support behind the royal pardon for jailed Opposition leader, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Wed Feb 25 2015
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 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