Consider This: Myanmar Crisis (Part 2) — Malaysia’s Leadership Testing as ASEAN Chair
As Malaysia takes over the chair of ASEAN in 2025, the region faces a critical test: the deepening crisis in Myanmar. Despite the 5-Point Consensus agreed upon by ASEAN leaders in 2021, little progress has been made in resolving the ongoing violence and humanitarian disaster gripping the country. Can Malaysia’s chairmanship reshape ASEAN’s approach to Myanmar and bring about real change? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Thomas Daniel, senior fellow in the Foreign Policy and Security Studies programme at ISIS Malaysia.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Consider This: Myanmar Crisis (Part 1) — Malaysia’s Leadership Testing as ASEAN Chair
s Malaysia takes over the chair of ASEAN in 2025, the region faces a critical test: the deepening crisis in Myanmar. Despite the 5-Point Consensus agreed upon by ASEAN leaders in 2021, little progress has been made in resolving the ongoing violence and humanitarian disaster gripping the country. Can Malaysia’s chairmanship reshape ASEAN’s approach to Myanmar and bring about real change? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Lilianne Fan, who is part of the Malaysian Advisory Group on Myanmar. She’s also the Co-Founder and International Director of the regional humanitarian organisation Geutanyoe Foundation.
Tue Oct 15 2024
ASEAN must play key role in resolving Myanmar crisis, Thai PM says
Thailand will work with Malaysia, next year's ASEAN chair, to use diplomatic means to resolve the conflict, says Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Mon Oct 07 2024
President Jokowi praises Vatican's support for peace in Palestine during Pope's visit
President Joko Widodo said these efforts are essential for resolving the long-standing conflict.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Gov't to continue monitoring conflict in Middle East, ensure safety of Malaysians - PM
Datuk Sari Anwar Ibrahim said the key to resolving this issue is the just and immediate resolution of the inhumane situation in Gaza.
Tue Apr 16 2024
Resolving Labuan’s basic infrastructure issues a Unity Govt priority - Dr Zaliha
Development and improvements to basic infrastructure at Labuan will stimulate local economic activities and attract outside investment.
Mon Jan 22 2024
Indonesia, Malaysia commit to resolving border dispute, Ambalat
The border issue in Ambalat arose because of overlapping territorial waters of the EEZ and the continental shelf between the two countries.
Fri Oct 13 2023
Russia says it's in touch with Israel and Palestinians, wants to help solve crisis
Russia said it would seek to play a role in resolving the conflict between Israel and Palestine.
Tue Oct 10 2023
Anwar thanks Cambodian PM for help in bringing back M'sian victims of job scam
Anwar described Hun Sen's leadership as 'outstanding' in giving full support and collaboration in resolving the job scam issue.
Mon Mar 27 2023
MOH committed to resolving emergency department issues - Dr Zaliha
The MOH will continue to listen and work on identifying solutions pertaining to issues in the emergency department in hospitals.
Mon Feb 06 2023
MOH devising measures to resolve issues, revive country's healthcare system - Dr Zaliha
The MOH is in the process of devising measures to resolve emerging issues with regard to the country's healthcare system, says Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
Wed Feb 01 2023
[COLUMNIST] A sense of urgency required in resolving dilapidated health and education infrastructure for East Malaysia
The unity government does not have much time to delay or postpone resolving the MA63 agenda.
Wed Jan 04 2023
KBS stepping up efforts to resolve problems faced by SAs, athletes - Adam Adli
KBS is stepping up efforts to resolve problems faced by sports associations (SAs) and athletes in the country, said its deputy minister Adam Adli Abdul Halim.
Mon Dec 26 2022
Pahang PN manifesto promises to resolve water supply issues
The Pahang BN state manifesto for the GE15, dubbed 'Ikhtiar Makmur', outlines six main issues including resolving water supply issues.
Fri Nov 11 2022
GE15: Farmers' welfare main focus of two candidates in Jerlun
Resolving issues related to the rights and welfare of farmers in Jerlun is the main focus of two candidates contesting the seat in the GE15.
Tue Nov 08 2022
Sweden urges Chinese ship to return for undersea cable investigation
Two subsea cables, one linking Finland and Germany and the other connecting Sweden to Lithuania, were damaged in less than 24 hours.
Tue Nov 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will
It is clear that adding more lanes and highways doesn't work, because we are still attempting the same approach to solve the issue.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024