![With the Gaza ceasefire in the balance, all eyes are on Benjamin Netanyahu’s trip to Washington With the Gaza ceasefire in the balance, all eyes are on Benjamin Netanyahu’s trip to Washington](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51734310730_DonaldTrumpBenjam.jpg)
With the Gaza ceasefire in the balance, all eyes are on Benjamin Netanyahu’s trip to Washington
The Trump-Netanyahu bond is so strong that it could even enable the Israeli leader to declare sovereignty over the West Bank.
Tue Feb 04 2025
![Indonesian president says he will safeguard sovereignty in South China Sea Indonesian president says he will safeguard sovereignty in South China Sea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/61731558617_tbXiJinpingPrabow.jpg)
Indonesian president says he will safeguard sovereignty in South China Sea
Partnerships are better than conflicts, and 'we respect all powers,' says Prabowo Subianto.
Thu Nov 14 2024
![China opposes new Philippine maritime law, vows to protect South China Sea 'sovereignty' China opposes new Philippine maritime law, vows to protect South China Sea 'sovereignty'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/51677229362_Chinaflag.jpg)
China opposes new Philippine maritime law, vows to protect South China Sea 'sovereignty'
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed laws defining maritime entitlements and setting sea and air routes to strengthen the Philippines' sovereignty.
Mon Nov 11 2024
![North Korea leader Kim threatens nuclear response if sovereignty breached, KCNA says North Korea leader Kim threatens nuclear response if sovereignty breached, KCNA says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/41726279238_KimJongUn.jpg)
North Korea leader Kim threatens nuclear response if sovereignty breached, KCNA says
Kim Jong Un criticised South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol for threatening to end the North Korean regime at a military day event.
Fri Oct 04 2024
![RCI on Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, South Ledge presents final report to King RCI on Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, South Ledge presents final report to King](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/81723452641_YangdiPertuanAgon.jpg)
RCI on Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, South Ledge presents final report to King
The RCI's final report on the Batu Puteh sovereignty issue presented to Sultan Ibrahim, aims to clarify past decisions and actions.
Mon Aug 12 2024
![China scolds EU over statement about South China Sea China scolds EU over statement about South China Sea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720753358_EUChina.jpg)
China scolds EU over statement about South China Sea
EU issued a statement to mark the anniversary of arbitration regarding sovereignty in the region which ruled in the Philippines' favour and which was rejected by China.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![Malaysia, China affirm mutual support for sovereignty, security & territorial integrity Malaysia, China affirm mutual support for sovereignty, security & territorial integrity](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61718876162_tbMalaysiaChina.jpg)
Malaysia, China affirm mutual support for sovereignty, security & territorial integrity
Malaysia and China will continue to promote the high-quality implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership agreement.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![June 12 decision on Dr Mahathir's bid in relation to Batu Putih RCI June 12 decision on Dr Mahathir's bid in relation to Batu Putih RCI](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/81690534978_TBtunm.jpg)
June 12 decision on Dr Mahathir's bid in relation to Batu Putih RCI
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad is seeking to have proceedings of RCI into handling of issues related to Batu Puteh sovereignty conducted publicly.
Mon Jun 10 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Lessons Levinas leaves Netanyahu: Questions on Jewish sovereignty [COLUMNIST] Lessons Levinas leaves Netanyahu: Questions on Jewish sovereignty](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81717149476_Israelistrike.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Lessons Levinas leaves Netanyahu: Questions on Jewish sovereignty
The atrocities that have become commonplace in Palestine proves to be a wake-up call on ideas of politics and governance.
Mon Jun 10 2024
![Philippines to boost diplomacy and defence capability as South China Sea 'countermeasures' Philippines to boost diplomacy and defence capability as South China Sea 'countermeasures'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/81684149936_Philippines.jpg)
Philippines to boost diplomacy and defence capability as South China Sea 'countermeasures'
China says regardless of what policies the Philippines rolls out, none would affect China's maritime rights of sovereignty claims.
Mon Apr 01 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Appeasement no more: Malaysia must defend its sovereignty in the South China Sea [COLUMNIST] Appeasement no more: Malaysia must defend its sovereignty in the South China Sea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/51702373967_TBChinesemilitia.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Appeasement no more: Malaysia must defend its sovereignty in the South China Sea
It is time for Malaysia to adopt a more robust strategy to defend its national interests.
Mon Apr 01 2024
![Putin says Russia ready for nuclear war, but 'not everything rushing to it' Putin says Russia ready for nuclear war, but 'not everything rushing to it'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61698303397_vladimirputinasea.jpg)
Putin says Russia ready for nuclear war, but 'not everything rushing to it'
Vladimir Putin said Russia would be ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty was threatened.
Wed Mar 13 2024
![Where is Al Aqsa mosque and why is it so important to Muslims during Ramadan? Where is Al Aqsa mosque and why is it so important to Muslims during Ramadan?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/51681030797_TBPENDATANGYAHUDI.jpg)
Where is Al Aqsa mosque and why is it so important to Muslims during Ramadan?
The Al-Aqsa compound has long been a flashpoint for deadly violence over matters of sovereignty and religion in Jerusalem.
Sat Mar 09 2024
![[COLUMNIST]: Tensions Rise as Chinese Coast Guard Vessel Stalks Malaysian Gas Field [COLUMNIST]: Tensions Rise as Chinese Coast Guard Vessel Stalks Malaysian Gas Field](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81710031093_southchinasea.jpg)
[COLUMNIST]: Tensions Rise as Chinese Coast Guard Vessel Stalks Malaysian Gas Field
The presence of the Chinese vessel in the vicinity of the gas field has sparked concerns over potential breaches of maritime sovereignty
Sat Mar 09 2024
![China will never allow Taiwan to be separated from motherland: FM China will never allow Taiwan to be separated from motherland: FM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/51691718530_WangYi.jpg)
China will never allow Taiwan to be separated from motherland: FM
Wang Yi warned those who still connive at and support "Taiwan independence" are challenging China's sovereignty.
Thu Mar 07 2024
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725854695_ArtificialIntellige.jpg)
AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says
Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739334203_OpenAIlogo.jpg)
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert
While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/81473819684_Headphone.jpg)
Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood
The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs? Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733826427_MigrantscrosstheE.jpg)
Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?
Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste? US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51733387237_DonaldTrump.jpg)
US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?
Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025