Indian PM Modi set to take oath for a third time at the weekend as allies pledge support
Narendra Modi will for the first time head a government dependent on the support of regional allies whose loyalties have wavered over time.
Thu Jun 06 2024
North Korea bolsters leader Kim with birthday loyalty oaths
Traditionally such oath ceremonies have been held on the anniversaries of the birthdays of his father and grandfather.
Mon May 06 2024
Pakistan's Shehbaz Sharif takes oath as prime minister, directs team to talk with IMF
Shehbaz Sharif officially becomes prime minister for a second time.
Tue Mar 05 2024
Sultan Ibrahim arrives in KL to take oath as new King
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim of Johor has safely arrived in the federal capital to take the oath of office as the 17th Yang di-Pertuan Agong at Istana Negara.
Wed Jan 31 2024
Five ministers, five deputy ministers take oath of office
The ministers and deputy ministers took their oath of office today following a Cabinet reshuffle announcement by Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Tue Dec 12 2023
Suhaizan sworn in as Pulai MP, Nik Abduh as senator
Johor Amanah vice-chairman Suhaizan Kaiat took his oath of office as a Member of the Dewan Rakyat here today.
Tue Sep 19 2023
Thai PM Srettha to miss ASEAN Summit - Official
The prime minister and his cabinet are due to take an oath before an audience with King Maha Vajiralongkorn tomorrow.
Mon Sep 04 2023
Amirudin takes oath as Selangor MB for second term
Selangor PH chairman Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari was also elected the Sungai Tua state assemblyman for the fourth straight time since 2008.
Mon Aug 21 2023
Ahmad Samsuri sworn in as Terengganu MB for second term
Pas vice-president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar took his oath of office at Istana Syarqiyyah in Chendering today.
Tue Aug 15 2023
Sanusi confirms he will be taking oath as Kedah MB today
Jeneri assemblyman Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor said he would be taking the oath of office at Istana Anak Bukit at 10 am.
Mon Aug 14 2023
Wan Junaidi, Nur Jazlan and Mujahid sworn in as senators
They took their oath of office before acting president of the Dewan Negara, Senator Prof Datuk Seri Dr Awang Sariyan.
Mon Jun 19 2023
Ab Rauf sworn in as Melaka's 13th Chief Minister
Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh took his oath of office in front of Melaka Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Mohd Ali Rustam in a private ceremony.
Fri Mar 31 2023
New Melaka CM to be sworn in tomorrow - State Secretary
The ceremony to present the letter of appointment, and the taking of the oath of office, loyalty and secrecy is scheduled to be held at 3pm.
Thu Mar 30 2023
Three assemblymen sworn in as members of Sabah Cabinet
Three Sabah assemblymen took their oaths as members of the Sabah government Cabinet at Istana Seri Kinabalu today.
Wed Jan 11 2023
PM to make working visit to Johor tomorrow
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be in Johor tomorrow, his first working visit to the state since taking the oath of office on Nov 24.
Thu Dec 29 2022
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