‘Big storm’ coming, ASEAN must strengthen cohesion and unity - Kishore Mahbubani
Amid rising US-China tensions, Kishore Mahbubani urges ASEAN leaders to unite to navigate the challenging geopolitical landscape
Sat Sep 14 2024
US is not a party to South China Sea issue, says Chinese foreign ministry
China warns the Philippines that wooing other countries to provoke confrontation will undermine regional stability.
Wed Jul 31 2024
Southeast Asian media, think tanks unite against fake news to foster regional stability
Media practitioners and representatives from think tanks across Southeast Asia have called for a unified action against fake news
Mon Jun 10 2024
![[COLUMNIST] The geopolitical chessboard: Malaysia's delicate balance in the South China Sea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/71468424005_southchinasea.jpg "[COLUMNIST] The geopolitical chessboard: Malaysia's delicate balance in the South China Sea")
[COLUMNIST] The geopolitical chessboard: Malaysia's delicate balance in the South China Sea
In the realm of international politics, power is often a function of perception. Malaysia must, therefore, adopt a multi-pronged strategy to address the issue.
Fri Sep 01 2023
Cooperation, regional stability among agenda at AMM Retreat, said Zambry
The agenda of fair cooperation, Myanmar issues, regional stability and Islamophobia were among the focus of discussion at the AMM Retreat.
Sat Feb 04 2023
China hopes Australia will do more to boost regional stability
China is responding to reports that Australia and the United States plan to develop hypersonic missiles.
Thu Dec 03 2020
UAE cuts ties with Qatar, accuses it of destabilising region
The United Arab Emirates cut ties with Qatar on Monday, state news agency WAM reported, accusing its Gulf Arab neighbour of supporting extremism and undermining regional stability.
Mon Jun 05 2017
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
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024