Tougher tone on Israel, steady on NATO: How a Harris foreign policy could look
Democrats will be hoping Kamala Harris will be more effective at communicating her foreign policy goals.
Fri Jul 26 2024
Biden calls Ukraine's Zelenskyy 'President Putin'
United States President Joe Biden mistakenly referred to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as "President Putin".
Fri Jul 12 2024
Biden mixes Harris with Trump, insists he is staying in the presidential race
Biden also mistakenly referred to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as "President Putin" at the NATO summit in Washington, drawing gasps from those in the room.
Fri Jul 12 2024
I'm the most qualified person to run for president - Biden
US President Joe Biden said he is well-qualified to run for president in the November elections, despite calls for him to withdraw his candidacy.
Fri Jul 12 2024
China says NATO statements about its role in Russia-Ukraine conflict are 'malicious'
China continues to pose systemic challenges to Europe and to security, the planned communiques also said.
Thu Jul 11 2024
NATO Turns 75: planning for the future in an uncertain world
Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine has revitalised NATO, marking a new era for the alliance.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Trump steps up attacks on Harris, stays silent on running mate pick
Donald Trump seeks to discredit Kamala Harris as Democrats debate whether President Joe Biden should stay in the race.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Ukraine will stop Putin, Biden tells NATO in forceful speech
US President Joe Biden pledged to forcefully defend Ukraine against Russia's invasion at the NATO summit.
Wed Jul 10 2024
NATO will need 35-50 extra brigades under new defence plans, source says
A brigade consists of between 3,000 and 7,000 troops, so generating 35 to 50 more such units would present a significant challenge.
Mon Jul 08 2024
NATO picks Netherlands' Mark Rutte as next boss
Rutte will take over on Oct. 1 from Jens Stoltenberg of Norway, who is stepping down after a decade in the post.
Wed Jun 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Charting a new course: Malaysia’s bid for BRICS and the quest for global economic balance
While there is a discernible gap between intent and actual membership, this development is highly promising for our nation.
Thu Jun 20 2024
[COLUMNIST] Some brief comments on the RM with reference to Japan
The underlying fundamentals of the Japanese financial system and the economy remain strong, stable and robust.
Tue Apr 16 2024
NATO allies aim to send more air defence aid to Ukraine but make no concrete pledges
Antony Blinken said support for Ukraine was vital as China, North Korea and Iran were supporting Russia to build up its defense base.
Fri Apr 05 2024
Ministers to mark 75 years of NATO, discuss more support for Ukraine
NATO foreign ministers agree to start planning for a greater role in coordinating military aid to Ukraine.
Thu Apr 04 2024
Finland inaugurates Alexander Stubb as president for the NATO era
Stubb listed democracy, rule of law and human rights as the core values that Finland's foreign policy would be based on under his leadership.
Fri Mar 01 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
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