Inside China's fight over the future of zero-COVID
After nearly three years, a significant loosening of zero-COVID measures has been signalled by senior government officials.
Sat Dec 03 2022
AG heads newly-formed committee to investigate KLIA incident
A committee has been set up to investigate the incident involving a senior government official and an immigration officer at the Kuala KLIA recently.
Sun Aug 07 2022
Cabinet wants internal committee to be set up to investigate KLIA incident - PM
The Cabinet has instructed KSN Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali to set up an internal committee to investigate the incident involving a senior government official and an immigration officer at the KLIA.
Sat Aug 06 2022
Incident of senior govt official berating immigration officer at KLIA to be investigated - Hamzah
The Immigration Department has been instructed to investigate allegations that an immigration officer was publicly admonished by a senior government official.
Thu Aug 04 2022
Indonesia court finds president negligent in air pollution lawsuit
An Indonesian court ordered on Thursday President Joko Widodo and other senior government officials to improve the hazardous air quality.
Thu Sep 16 2021
Thailand mulls collecting tolls for roads used by cross-border motorists
Thailand might collect tolls for roads used by motorists crossing the border from neighbouring countries, a senior government official said on Monday, China's Xinhua news agency reported.
Tue Jun 27 2017
Najib to pay last respects to King Bhumibol on Saturday
Najib will be accompanied by his wife, Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor, Plantation Industries and Commodities Minister, Datuk Seri Mah Siew Keong and senior government officials.
Thu Oct 20 2016
World Cup: Singapore match-fixers planned to rig tournament, says new book
The book details of the now-crippled gang's plans from senior government officials and a prominent sports corruption investigator.
Mon Jun 16 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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