PSI: Fishing activities take place much further from reclamation site
The Penang South Island (PSI) development will neither stop fishermen from fishing nor threaten food security as most fishing activities take place much further from the reclamation site.
Mon May 15 2023
Asean calls for 'self-restraint' in South China Sea activities
A joint statement said that some ASEAN members expressed concerns over land reclamations and serious incidents in the area, including damage to the marine environment.
Fri May 12 2023
Penang agrees to scale down PSI Project by 49 per cent
The Penang government has agreed to scale down the Penang South Island (PSI) reclamation project by 49 per cent by not proceeding with the construction of 'Island B' and 'Island C'.
Thu May 11 2023
The Melaka Waterfront Economic Zone - to continue or discontinue?
There will be extensive reclamation works covering around half of Melakas entire coastline - affecting eight coastal constituencies.
Fri Nov 19 2021
MACC opens investigation paper on Melaka land reclamation project
The MACC today opened an investigation paper in connection with a land reclamation project in Melaka believed to involve corrupt practices.
Wed Oct 13 2021
Why are Malaysia's sea turtles disappearing?
The status of marine turtles in Malaysia is either endangered or critically endangered.
Mon Dec 21 2020
East Coast flooding: Breaking the annual cycle
Land reclamation in the name of construction of artificial land barriers should be given serious policy consideration.
Tue Nov 10 2020
PSR project critical for Penang's sustainable future - Exco
The PSR project which involved the reclamation of 4,500 acres off the southern part of the island has been divided into three islands.
Wed Oct 14 2020
Proposed Labuan bridge working paper to be tabled in Cabinet soon
The proposed bridge would give a tremendous boost to the development of Labuan as Malaysia's international business and financial centre.
Fri Sep 04 2020
KLIP Project: Melaka allocates RM5.4 million in compensation for fishermen
The Melaka government has allocated RM5.4 million in compensation payment for 185 fishermen in the Kuala Linggi state constituency whose livelihood will be adversely affected by the construction of th
Wed Jul 29 2020
No approval yet for Penang South reclamation project
The EMP is one of the 72 conditions stipulated in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of the project.
Thu Jul 23 2020
Sea reclamation: Application should be in accordance with procedures
Penang Federal Action Council chairman Datuk Seri Zainal Abidin Osman said the federal government would treat the application fairly and would not be bias or influenced by political factors.
Thu Aug 31 2017
New EIA system to be introduced soon - Wan Junaidi
The new Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) system will be introduced soon, which among others, lists more stringent conditions for mega development projects including marine land reclamation.
Fri Jul 28 2017
Penang never sought Federal government funds for transportation project - Chow
The state government instead decided to sign an agreement of understanding to borrow from Exim Bank of China.
Fri Jun 09 2017
Plans to build water reclamation plant to replace 158 sewage treatment plants in Pasir Gudang
The government plans to build a water reclamation plant to replace the existing 158 sewage treatment plants in Pasir Gudang and Tebrau to produce clean water for industrial use in the area.
Mon May 01 2017
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
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