Malaysia holiday hotspot readies for reopening with tourism bubble
Langkawi, a cluster of 99 islands in the Straits of Malacca, will reopen from Sept. 16 to fully vaccinated travellers.
Wed Sep 15 2021
SAR activated for missing sailor in Selangor waters
The Chinese national, Yang Kai Kai, 29, was reported missing at about 8.30 pm while the ship was passing through the Straits of Malacca from Hong Kong en route to Brazil.
Sat Aug 22 2020
Investing in disaster risk reduction for resilience
George Town is prone to various natural hazards namely floods, landslides, coastal erosion, typhoon, as well as technological and industrial hazards.
Tue Jul 07 2020
Ops Benteng: MAF chief inspects straits of Malacca economic zone waters
Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) headquarters said Affendi also conveyed his moral support and personal thanks to KD Jebat personnel for their commitment shown throughout the operation.
Wed May 27 2020
Ten sailors missing after U.S. warship collides with tanker near Singapore
The guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain collided with the merchant vessel Alnic MC while heading to Singapore for a routine port call.
Mon Aug 21 2017
Jalan Penarikan: The forgotten ancient riverway of the Malay Peninsula
Located in the middle of Asias most important maritime crossroads, the Malay Peninsula has long shaped the history of trade and empire-building in this region.
Fri Dec 02 2016
Are Malaysia's maritime frontiers properly 'fenced'?
Do good fences really make good neighbours? Hazmi Rusli and Roman Dremliuga delve into whether this old saying holds true when it comes to Malaysia's maritime borders.
Mon Mar 28 2016
Hijackings of ships in South East Asia can be mitigated, says UK-based Dryad
The recent hijacking of a Singapore-registered tanker, MT Joaquim last Saturday (Aug 8) in the Straits of Malacca has provided yet another timely reminder of the current risks facing seafarers.
Sat Aug 15 2015
Missing 13 soldiers found safe in Malacca
The soldiers were found safe but emaciated early Monday in Pengkalan Perigi, Malacca, about 12km from where their boat overturned.
Mon Dec 09 2013
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