Singapore High Commissioner apologises to Malaysians over comedian's offensive joke
Vanu Gopala Menon said he is appalled by the "gratuitously offensive comments" on Malaysia made by stand-up performer Jocelyn Chia.
Thu Jun 08 2023
People-to-people ties make Singapore-Malaysia relation "special" - Envoy
Vanu Gopala said the pandemic has reinforced how interdependent Singapore and Malaysia have been throughout the challenging times.
Thu Aug 18 2022
Condolence book for Lee Kuan Yew to remain open until Sunday
The Singapore High Commission in Kuala Lumpur and its Consulate-General in Johor Baharu are extending the opening time and day for the signing of the condolence book dedicated for late Lee Kuan Yew.
Thu Mar 26 2015
Vanu Gopala Menon new Singapore High Commissioner to Malaysia
Singapore has appointed Vanu Gopala Menon, 54, as its new high commissioner to Malaysia effective Nov 10.
Thu Oct 30 2014
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