![Research shows how smugglers 'help' Indonesian migrant workers return home Research shows how smugglers 'help' Indonesian migrant workers return home](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/61641356476_penyeludupPATI.jpg)
Research shows how smugglers 'help' Indonesian migrant workers return home
This form of return migration, which we call 'return smuggling', is a longstanding issue between Indonesia and Malaysia.
Thu Jun 29 2023
![Indonesian police arrest over 600 human trafficking suspects Indonesian police arrest over 600 human trafficking suspects](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/51662980731_tahan.jpg)
Indonesian police arrest over 600 human trafficking suspects
Police also rescued 1,826 victims during the ongoing crackdown on people smuggling syndicates from June 5 to 27.
Thu Jun 29 2023
![Wang Kelian case: Four Thai men charged with smuggling Myanmar migrants Wang Kelian case: Four Thai men charged with smuggling Myanmar migrants](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/71687494433_KuburWangKelians.jpg)
Wang Kelian case: Four Thai men charged with smuggling Myanmar migrants
A total of 139 graves and over two dozen campsites suspected to have been run by people-smuggling groups in Wang Kelian.
Fri Jun 23 2023
![Migrants escape from suffocating people-smuggling trailer in Mexico Migrants escape from suffocating people-smuggling trailer in Mexico](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/81659081074_Mexico.jpg)
Migrants escape from suffocating people-smuggling trailer in Mexico
About 400 migrants were being transported in the trailer, near the small town of Acayucan, when they began to suffocate, authorities said.
Fri Jul 29 2022
![Kelantan Govt ready to discuss on fencing up Malaysia-Thai border Kelantan Govt ready to discuss on fencing up Malaysia-Thai border](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-06/61465539538_TenteraKawalsempadan.jpg)
Kelantan Govt ready to discuss on fencing up Malaysia-Thai border
However, the wall should not hinder the trade activities between the two countries, Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah says.
Tue Aug 23 2016
![Interpol says seeking 123 suspected human traffickers Interpol says seeking 123 suspected human traffickers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-06/71466695657_Interpol.jpg)
Interpol says seeking 123 suspected human traffickers
Interpol said on Thursday it is seeking public help to track down 123 suspected human traffickers wanted around the world.
Thu Jun 23 2016
![Four foreigners charged with trafficking of migrants at Wang Kelian Four foreigners charged with trafficking of migrants at Wang Kelian](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-05/71462807176_SeludupWangKelian.jpg)
Four foreigners charged with trafficking of migrants at Wang Kelian
Of the four, two are Myanmar national, one a Thai national and the other a Bangladeshi.
Tue May 10 2016
![Thai police say bomb suspect part of people smuggling gang Thai police say bomb suspect part of people smuggling gang](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-08/51440931894_PrawutThavornsiri.jpg)
Thai police say bomb suspect part of people smuggling gang
National police spokesman Prawut Thavornsiri said officers believed the suspect was part of a crime group who helped illegal migrants obtain counterfeit documents.
Sun Aug 30 2015
![IGP: 'I know who 'Yassin' is' IGP: 'I know who 'Yassin' is'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-12/41418822059_295x200.jpg)
IGP: 'I know who 'Yassin' is'
The police have identified a people-smuggling syndicate agent who is purportedly the culprit for human trafficking cases in Wang Kelian, Perlis.
Tue Jun 02 2015
![Human trafficking: Malaysia on the hunt for syndicate masterminds Human trafficking: Malaysia on the hunt for syndicate masterminds](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-04/51398053953_295x200.jpg)
Human trafficking: Malaysia on the hunt for syndicate masterminds
Najib Razak has instructed relevant authorities to look for the masterminds of syndicates involved in human trafficking across the country's borders.
Sat May 30 2015
![People-smugglers offering deals on Australia route People-smugglers offering deals on Australia route](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-05/71400212140_295x200.jpg)
People-smugglers offering deals on Australia route
People-smugglers have resorted to slashing prices and offering special deals for boatpeople seeking a new life in Australia, including children travelling for free.
Fri May 16 2014
![Australia to give Malaysia boats to tackle people-smuggling Australia to give Malaysia boats to tackle people-smuggling](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-02/61391659326_295x200.jpg)
Australia to give Malaysia boats to tackle people-smuggling
Australia to give Malaysia two custom boats as gifts in a bid to tackle people-smuggling in the region.
Thu Feb 06 2014
![Australian PM rounds on 'singularly unhelpful' Indonesia Australian PM rounds on 'singularly unhelpful' Indonesia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-09/81379492760_295x200.jpg)
Australian PM rounds on 'singularly unhelpful' Indonesia
Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott called on Jakarta to resume collaboration on the stream of asylum-seekers transiting through the Southeast Asian nation.
Sun Dec 15 2013
![Indonesia suspends Australia people-smuggling cooperation Indonesia suspends Australia people-smuggling cooperation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-03/41364719182_295x200.jpg)
Indonesia suspends Australia people-smuggling cooperation
Indonesia suspends cooperation with Australia in a number of areas over spying claims
Wed Nov 20 2013
![People smuggling has led to almost 1,000 deaths, says report People smuggling has led to almost 1,000 deaths, says report](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-04/41366293390_295x200.jpg)
People smuggling has led to almost 1,000 deaths, says report
In a little over 10 years, almost 1,000 asylum-seekers have died at sea while trying to reach Australia by boat, a new report says.
Tue Jul 30 2013
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725854695_ArtificialIntellige.jpg)
AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says
Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739334203_OpenAIlogo.jpg)
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert
While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/81473819684_Headphone.jpg)
Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood
The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs? Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733826427_MigrantscrosstheE.jpg)
Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?
Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste? US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51733387237_DonaldTrump.jpg)
US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?
Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025