![[COLUMNIST] Refugees and Radicalisation: Addressing Malaysia’s overlooked security risks [COLUMNIST] Refugees and Radicalisation: Addressing Malaysia’s overlooked security risks](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51728873693_EMIR.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Refugees and Radicalisation: Addressing Malaysia’s overlooked security risks
Almost 200,000 refugees in Malaysia face significant socio-economic challenges that heighten their vulnerability to radicalisation.
Fri Jan 03 2025
Migrant Repatriation Program: Socio-Economic Impacts
Malaysia's current Migrant Repatriation Program (PRM), initiated on 1st March 2024 to manage the return of undocumented foreign workers, has seen significant activity since its launch.
The voluntary repatriation program expires on 31st December 2024, after which undocumented migrants will face fines or prison.
NIAGA SPOTLIGHT discusses socio-economic impacts on the labour market while balancing humane management of migrant labour across sectors such as construction, agriculture, manufacturing, domestic work as well as informal labour.
The voluntary repatriation program expires on 31st December 2024, after which undocumented migrants will face fines or prison.
NIAGA SPOTLIGHT discusses socio-economic impacts on the labour market while balancing humane management of migrant labour across sectors such as construction, agriculture, manufacturing, domestic work as well as informal labour.
Fri Dec 27 2024
ABM's 50 Years of Impact: Fostering sustainability and socio-economic growth
This conversation delves into the association 50-year journey, highlighting their commitment to social inclusion, enriching lives, and fostering sustainable future, using real-world examples during covid to illustrate their positive socio-economic change with Executive Director of ABM (The Association of Banks in Malaysia), Dr Amina Josetta Kayani.
Wed Dec 04 2024
Consider This: MITRA - Progress, Pitfalls & the Path Forward
MITRA, the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit, was designed to address the socio-economic challenges of Malaysia’s Indian community—to bridge the gaps in education, employment, and social mobility. But has MITRA been an effective agent of change in tackling the layered and varied issues within Malaysia's Indian community? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to PKR Member of Parliament for Batu, P. Prabakaran, Chairperson of the MITRA Special Task Force Committee.
Tue Sep 10 2024
![Nenggiri Hydroelectric Dam: Over 1,000 Orang Asli to be relocated in 2026 Nenggiri Hydroelectric Dam: Over 1,000 Orang Asli to be relocated in 2026](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/61724210348_ProjekPembinaanEmp.jpg)
Nenggiri Hydroelectric Dam: Over 1,000 Orang Asli to be relocated in 2026
The project will boost tourism and socio-economic sectors in Gua Musang, Muhamad Nazri Pazil said.
Wed Aug 21 2024
![MCMC and Microsoft collaborate to explore AI industry benefits MCMC and Microsoft collaborate to explore AI industry benefits](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61718942704_FahmiFadzil.jpg)
MCMC and Microsoft collaborate to explore AI industry benefits
MCMC and Microsoft Malaysia's MoU will explore AI's socio-economic benefits and prepare the future workforce with AI and digital skills.
Fri Jun 21 2024
![ASEAN needs High-Level Commission to make effective decisions on socio-economic matters ASEAN needs High-Level Commission to make effective decisions on socio-economic matters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718175643_ASEANflag.jpg)
ASEAN needs High-Level Commission to make effective decisions on socio-economic matters
ASEAN Business Club President Tan Sri Munir Majid has suggested that an ASEAN High-Level Commission is urgently needed to make effective decisions
Wed Jun 12 2024
![[COLUMNIST]: Empowering Malaysia's Bumiputera: Towards Inclusive Economic Growth [COLUMNIST]: Empowering Malaysia's Bumiputera: Towards Inclusive Economic Growth](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51709446690_tbKEB.jpg)
[COLUMNIST]: Empowering Malaysia's Bumiputera: Towards Inclusive Economic Growth
In Malaysia, the pursuit of socio-economic equity for Bumiputera requires shifting paradigms, towards broader empowerment
Sun Mar 03 2024
![Malaysia's positioning in the global space economy Malaysia's positioning in the global space economy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/81687346363_TBMASIC.jpg)
Malaysia's positioning in the global space economy
The Malaysian government and industry leaders recognize the growing importance of space technology and its potential impact on various socio-economic activities.
Wed Jun 21 2023
![Johor govt always concerned about Orang Asli's socio-economic development - Sultan Ibrahim Johor govt always concerned about Orang Asli's socio-economic development - Sultan Ibrahim](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/51673154789_SultanJohorSultan.jpg)
Johor govt always concerned about Orang Asli's socio-economic development - Sultan Ibrahim
The Johor state government is always concerned about the socio-economic development and welfare of the Orang Asli community, says the Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar.
Sun Jan 08 2023
![ASEAN Summits conclude with emphasis on post-pandemic recovery, ASEAN centrality ASEAN Summits conclude with emphasis on post-pandemic recovery, ASEAN centrality](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/51668335066_AseanCambodia.jpg)
ASEAN Summits conclude with emphasis on post-pandemic recovery, ASEAN centrality
The 40th and 41st ASEAN Summits and Related Summits in Cambodia concluded Sunday, achieving fruitful results for greater regional cooperation towards post-COVID-19 pandemic socio-economic recovery.
Sun Nov 13 2022
![Socio-economic development of Orang Asli among 35 initiatives promised by Vigneswaran Socio-economic development of Orang Asli among 35 initiatives promised by Vigneswaran](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/41668059590_TanSriSAVignesw.jpg)
Socio-economic development of Orang Asli among 35 initiatives promised by Vigneswaran
Tan Sri S. A. Vigneswaran has drawn up an action plan for the Orang Asli, which is among the 35 initiatives being promised to improve the well-being and harmony of the constituents.
Thu Nov 10 2022
![MOF: Tax, revenue reforms key to socio-economic resilience MOF: Tax, revenue reforms key to socio-economic resilience](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/51629357554_BangunanPerdanaPut.jpg)
MOF: Tax, revenue reforms key to socio-economic resilience
Putrajaya will continue to implement tax reform initiatives which focused on measures to broaden the tax base including reviewing broad-based incentives, reliefs and deductions.
Fri Jun 03 2022
![EPU responsible for strengthening agenda to deal with ageing nation - Mustapa EPU responsible for strengthening agenda to deal with ageing nation - Mustapa](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/61653815311_MustapaMohamed.jpg)
EPU responsible for strengthening agenda to deal with ageing nation - Mustapa
Medium-and long-term socio-economic development plans to establish an agenda for an ageing nation by 2030 will be implemented by the Economic Planning Unit (EPU) under the Prime Minister's Department.
Sun May 29 2022
![Sultan Ibrahim: Border reopening will spur socio-economic recovery Sultan Ibrahim: Border reopening will spur socio-economic recovery](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/81648826898_TBSULTANJOHOR.jpg)
Sultan Ibrahim: Border reopening will spur socio-economic recovery
The reopening of the Malaysia-Singapore border is expected to further boost the country's recovery efforts as well as the people's socio-economy.
Fri Apr 01 2022
![China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41691592123_WangYi.jpg)
China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739935395_tbVladimirPutinDon.jpg)
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739950345_PopeFrancis.jpg)
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738903885_TBSaraDuterte.jpg)
Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733723992_LewisHamilton.jpg)
Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739962942_SheikhMohamedbinZ.jpg)
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739940935_TBTaylorSwift.jpg)
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71737096454_palestinegazaisr.jpg)
More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739939398_TBLiewChinTong.jpg)
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739955532_GretaThunberg.jpg)
Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action
A court cannot decide that the parliament or the government must take any specific action, the Supreme Court says.
Wed Feb 19 2025