Hong Kong leader starts push for new security laws, says city 'can't afford to wait'
John Lee said Hong Kong's constitutional responsibility dating back to its 1997 handover to China from British rule.
Tue Jan 30 2024
Priest begins protest outside Hong Kong prison against detentions of activists
Mella is demanding the release of activists and democratic politicians held under a sweeping national security law.
Thu Jul 14 2022
Hong Kong democracy activist Edward Leung released from prison
Such advocacy is now a crime under the controversial security law imposed by Beijing in 2020 that carries a sentence of up to life in prison.
Wed Jan 19 2022
Britain scolds China over use of security law in Hong Kong
Truss said Britain was committed to continuing to monitor the situation in Hong Kong, including speaking to a broad range of politicians.
Wed Dec 15 2021
Former Hong Kong independence group leader gets 43 months under security law
Tony Chung, 20, was charged with secession, under a sweeping national security law, and money laundering in October 2020.
Tue Nov 23 2021
Gov't preparing recommendations on cyber security laws
The government is in the process of preparing recommendations related to cyber security laws, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Special Functions) Datuk Dr Abdul Latiff Ahmad.
Tue Oct 12 2021
Guilty verdict in first trial under Hong Kong security law
The verdict was closely watched for indications as to how similar cases will be dealt with in future.
Tue Jul 27 2021
In one year, Hong Kong arrests 117 people under new security law
Critics of the legislation, including some Western governments and rights groups, say it has been used to crush dissent.
Wed Jun 30 2021
First person charged under Hong Kong's national security law pleads not guilty
It's almost a year after Tong was accused of driving his motorbike into officers at a rally while carrying a flag with a protest slogan.
Wed Jun 23 2021
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong jailed for 2019 protest
Wong had pleaded guilty to both charges, including taking part in and using a facial covering at an unauthorised assembly in October 2019.
Tue Apr 13 2021
Marathon bail hearing for 47 Hong Kong democracy activists enters fourth day
The hearings have gone on late into the night for three consecutive days, causing a few defendants to fall ill and be sent to the hospital.
Thu Mar 04 2021
Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai arrested again while in jail
The media tycoon is charged with colluding with foreign forces under Hong Kong's new national security law.
Wed Feb 17 2021
Hong Kong holds scaled-down Lunar New Year fairs amid COVID-19, China crackdown
Hong Kong's Lunar New Year fairs are subdued this year amid coronavirus restrictions and a sweeping national security law.
Thu Feb 11 2021
The impact of the national security law on Hong Kong
China imposed national security legislation in Hong Kong this year, making anything Beijing regards as subversion, secession, terrorism or colluding with foreign forces punishable.
Wed Jan 06 2021
Over 50 Hong Kong activists arrested for breaching security law - media
The arrests in the Asian financial hub included well known democratic figures and former lawmakers James To, Lam Cheuk Ting and Lester Shum.
Wed Jan 06 2021
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
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