Pangkor hotels register up to 78 per cent increase in occupancy rates
The hotel occupancy rates in Pangkor Island showed an increase of up to 78 per cent since interstate travel was allowed on Oct 11.
Sun Oct 17 2021
Tourism activities in Pangkor Island to follow existing SOP if interstate travel resumes
There would be no tourism bubble for Pangkor Island if the announcement on interstate travel preceded the decision to implement it.
Thu Oct 07 2021
Pangkor Island tourism operators excited to receive visitors in November
The majority of accommodation operators on Pangkor Island are ready to receive an influx of tourists through the green travel bubble.
Mon Sep 13 2021
RMN helps rescue Indonesian fishermen after boat sinks
The five fishermen were believed to have been floating at sea for three days before being rescued by a local fishing boat.
Tue Jun 29 2021
RM15 mln allocated for preliminary works of Pangkor Island jetties upgrading project - Mustapa
A total of RM15 million has been allocated under the 12th Malaysia Plan to carry out preliminary works for the upgrading of the main and cargo jetties in Pulau Pangkor.
Mon Nov 23 2020
PM Muhyiddin visits Pangkor Passenger Jetty, chairs NCIA meeting
Plans to upgrade the terminal which will be a focus of the Strategic Development Plan of the Northern Corridor Economic Region.
Tue Sep 15 2020
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