![North Korea's Kim Jong Un wants to speed up becoming a nuclear superpower North Korea's Kim Jong Un wants to speed up becoming a nuclear superpower](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725938210_tbKimJongUn.jpg)
North Korea's Kim Jong Un wants to speed up becoming a nuclear superpower
North Korea is also working on a submarine drone that could be developed to carry nuclear weapons, possibly with the help of Russia.
Tue Oct 08 2024
![North Korea's Kim Jong Un says country to increase number of nuclear weapons, KCNA says North Korea's Kim Jong Un says country to increase number of nuclear weapons, KCNA says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725938210_tbKimJongUn.jpg)
North Korea's Kim Jong Un says country to increase number of nuclear weapons, KCNA says
A strong military presence is needed to face "the various threats posed by the United States and its followers," says Kim Jong Un.
Tue Sep 10 2024
![Putin says Russia could deploy missiles in striking distance of the West Putin says Russia could deploy missiles in striking distance of the West](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81717643773_VladimirPutin.jpg)
Putin says Russia could deploy missiles in striking distance of the West
Russian President Vladimir Putin said the West was wrong to assume Russia would never use nuclear weapons.
Thu Jun 06 2024
![Iran says nuclear weapons have no place in its nuclear doctrine Iran says nuclear weapons have no place in its nuclear doctrine](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71713518316_Militaryjpg.jpg)
Iran says nuclear weapons have no place in its nuclear doctrine
Iran has repeatedly said its nuclear programme only serves peaceful purposes, said ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani.
Mon Apr 22 2024
![North Korea aims to switch to solid-fuel missiles for faster launches North Korea aims to switch to solid-fuel missiles for faster launches](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41712125808_missilejpg.jpg)
North Korea aims to switch to solid-fuel missiles for faster launches
North Korea is developing missiles and nuclear weapons undeterred by sanctions in the wake of UN Security Council bans.
Wed Apr 03 2024
![Putin says Russia ready for nuclear war, but 'not everything rushing to it' Putin says Russia ready for nuclear war, but 'not everything rushing to it'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61698303397_vladimirputinasea.jpg)
Putin says Russia ready for nuclear war, but 'not everything rushing to it'
Vladimir Putin said Russia would be ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty was threatened.
Wed Mar 13 2024
![North Korea says it tested solid-fuel hypersonic missile North Korea says it tested solid-fuel hypersonic missile](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41705273013_NorthKorea.jpg)
North Korea says it tested solid-fuel hypersonic missile
Analysts have said the move could potentially help justify the use of nuclear weapons against Seoul in a future war.
Mon Jan 15 2024
![ANALYSIS - In threatening shift, North Korea moves to redefine relations with South ANALYSIS - In threatening shift, North Korea moves to redefine relations with South](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/51627431758_TBMASHFLAGKOREA.jpg)
ANALYSIS - In threatening shift, North Korea moves to redefine relations with South
Since the 1950-53 Korean War ended in a stalemate, both nations have had policies that treat each other differently than other countries.
Thu Jan 04 2024
![Russian parliament completes passage of law shifting stance on nuclear test ban treaty Russian parliament completes passage of law shifting stance on nuclear test ban treaty](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/41698223534_RussiaParliament.jpg)
Russian parliament completes passage of law shifting stance on nuclear test ban treaty
Russia's parliament completed the passage of a law on Wednesday that withdraws Moscow's ratification of the global treaty banning nuclear weapons tests.
Wed Oct 25 2023
![US plans rare nuclear missile submarine visit in message to North Korea US plans rare nuclear missile submarine visit in message to North Korea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81633415693_submarine.jpg)
US plans rare nuclear missile submarine visit in message to North Korea
The submarine visit is also seen as a way to reassure South Korea and quell talk in Seoul of developing homegrown nuclear weapons.
Thu Apr 27 2023
![Macron tells Xi to reason with Russia for Ukraine peace Macron tells Xi to reason with Russia for Ukraine peace](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/71680777139_macron.jpg)
Macron tells Xi to reason with Russia for Ukraine peace
Macron also asked Xi to press Russia to comply with international rules on non-proliferation of nuclear weapons.
Thu Apr 06 2023
![AUKUS: Submarines for Australia are not equipped with nuclear weapons - Mohamad AUKUS: Submarines for Australia are not equipped with nuclear weapons - Mohamad](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/61677103141_TBTOKMAT.jpg)
AUKUS: Submarines for Australia are not equipped with nuclear weapons - Mohamad
Mohamad said Malaysia's stand towards AUKUS remained unchanged.
Thu Mar 30 2023
![Nuclear risk seen rising as Putin unpicks last treaty with US Nuclear risk seen rising as Putin unpicks last treaty with US](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/61677033398_UKRAINE.jpg)
Nuclear risk seen rising as Putin unpicks last treaty with US
Death of New START could trigger unpredictable arms race.
Wed Feb 22 2023
![ANALYSIS - Why is North Korea testing so many missiles? ANALYSIS - Why is North Korea testing so many missiles?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/71642039976_TBnorthkorea.jpg)
ANALYSIS - Why is North Korea testing so many missiles?
North Korea said it was simulating showering the South with tactical nuclear weapons on targets such as military bases and airports.
Thu Nov 03 2022
![Malaysia has played significant role in calling for total elimination of nuclear weapons Malaysia has played significant role in calling for total elimination of nuclear weapons](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/61664422833_MalaysianRedCresce.jpg)
Malaysia has played significant role in calling for total elimination of nuclear weapons
Malaysia has been actively involved in international efforts calling for the total elimination of nuclear weapons.
Thu Sep 29 2022
![Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/61729239367_TBBelanjawan.jpg)
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 Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/71729246938_TBANWARBAJET.jpg)
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 What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725723326_PrabowoSubianto.jpg)
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 Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-12/81577181583_tbIKS.jpg)
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 Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/71729030072_TBisrael.jpg)
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 Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81713954437_TBPrabowoSubianto.jpg)
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 Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/71726749193_jitrabanjir.jpg)
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 Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/81729242256_TBANWARBAJET.jpg)
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 NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/71729248482_TBANWARBAJET.jpg)
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
![Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025 Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/41729246969_TBANWARBAJET.jpg)
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024