Rallies don't help country face challenging economic situation - Chua
The holding of any protest rally does not bring any benefit to the country, especially in facing the challenging economic situation, said Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Chua Tee Yong.
Tue Sep 08 2015
#BatalGST: Rally will start from Central Market to KLCC
1 Mei will be the peak of the goods and services tax (GST) protest rally that started since April with wearing black attire every Saturday campaign since April.
Thu Apr 30 2015
GST protest: Kita Lawan secretariat expects one million turnout on May 1
The -Kita Lawan- secretariat that comprised of political parties, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), professionals and students will organize a GST protest rally on May 1 in the capital city.
Mon Apr 06 2015
Grenade attack kills woman and child in Thailand
Emergency officials say a bombing at a protest Sunday in central Bangkok, left two people dead while 22 others were injured.
Sun Feb 23 2014
Bomb blast raises tensions in Bangkok
Bangkok protest rally blast intensifies tensions in the city as anti-government protesters pledge to stage a fresh march through the capital.
Sat Jan 18 2014
Rare mass rally in Singapore demands immigration curbs
More than 1,000 Singaporeans attended the city-state's biggest protest rally in recent memory Saturday, amid growing public indignation over predictions of a surging foreign population.
Sat Feb 16 2013
Pakistan cleric gives government ultimatum at rally
A cleric calling for revolution in Pakistan gave the government an ultimatum Tuesday to dissolve parliament and make way for a caretaker administration, whipping up a mass protest rally in Islamabad.
Mon Jan 14 2013
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
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