Pakistan's ex-premier Imran Khan set to march on Islamabad to demand snap polls
Khan plans to lead the motorised caravan slowly northwards up the Grand Trunk Road to Islamabad, drawing more support along the way.
Fri Oct 28 2022
All parties free to express opposition to snap polls - Ahmad Faizal
Every political party has a right to express its opinion on any issue, including objecting to holding the GE15 this year because Malaysia is a democratic country, said Ahmad Faizal Azumu.
Sat Oct 08 2022
PKR prepared for snap polls - Anwar
PKR is prepared for the 15th general election (GE15) to be held as early as October, said its president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Sat Aug 27 2022
Ex-Malaysia PM Mahathir expects elections soon
Mahathir said UMNO will most likely "win big" in the event of snap polls.
Fri Aug 19 2022
Snap polls necessary for strong mandate to speed up development - MB
The Johor State Legislative Assembly was dissolved today to enable the government to get a fresh and strong mandate to intensify development in the state, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Hasni Mohammad.
Sat Jan 22 2022
Daily Dose @ 5: Snap polls now could cost RM1.2b, Russia approves COVID-19 vaccine
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Wed Aug 12 2020
Sabah snap polls can settle political uncertainties, say analysts
The dissolution of the Sabah State Legislative Assembly to pave the way for a state election is a good way to resolve the political uncertainties in the state, two political analysts said.
Fri Jul 31 2020
Malaysia's opposition gearing up for snap polls, says potential PM candidate
A crucial vote in the lower house this week showed Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin may lack a parliamentary majority, said Shafie Apdal
Tue Jul 14 2020
Snap polls to resolve impasse? Think about high cost, COVID-19, says Ambiga
One person urging politicians to resolve the current impasse without having to go to the polls is lawyer and human rights activist Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan.
Fri Feb 28 2020
Two-thirds of Japan voters oppose PM Abe calling snap election - Kyodo survey
Almost two-thirds of Japanese voters are opposed to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe calling a snap election, a Kyodo news agency survey showed on Sunday.
Sun Sep 24 2017
Terengganu ready to face possibility of snap polls - MB
Terengganu Menteri Besar Ahmad Razif Abdul Rahman says should there be a state election, Terengganu would have to spend for two elections, which would be very costly.
Thu Aug 04 2016
So there won't be snap polls in Penang, right?
Judging from how he and the DAP have been going about justifying the need for a snap election in Penang, I find it to be 'anti-climactic' the way the whole thing was dropped.
Mon Aug 01 2016
DAP drops Penang snap polls proposal
Following the disagreement of PKR to a state general election, DAP will not proceed with the proposal for a state general election.
Sun Jul 31 2016
Penang government has prerogative to call snap polls - Lim Guan Eng
The DAP-led Penang government has the prerogative to call for snap polls in the state without the need for an emergency state assembly sitting, Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng said today.
Thu Jul 28 2016
PKR unconvinced on Penang snap polls
PKR is still unconvinced with the proposal by fellow coalition mate DAP on the need for a snap state election in Penang.
Wed Jul 27 2016
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