Street demonstrations are not the solution - Johor Sultan
Protesting on the streets is not the Malaysian way...there will be no winners when this happens, Sultan Ibrahim says.
Fri Jun 24 2022
Poland activists vow largest protest yet over abortion ban
Women's rights organizers are preparing for what they say will be the largest protest so far in over a week of mass nationwide street demonstrations in Poland.
Fri Oct 30 2020
[OPINION] Anti-ICERD Rally: Rethinking ethnic solidarity in Malaysia
In principle I do not support street demonstrations and rallies, although I am told they allow the voiceless to be heard.
Thu Dec 20 2018
Sabahans urged not to be influenced by street demonstration culture
The people of Sabah have been urged not to be influenced by the culture of street demonstrations as it would not bring any good to various parties especially the traders.
Sun Nov 20 2016
Ahmad Zahid does not want another street demonstration
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi does not want street demonstrations to be repeated as it is not a Malaysian culture and should not be practised in the country.
Sat Sep 26 2015
Salleh comments on Dr M's presence at Bersih 4 rally
Datuk Seri Dr Salleh Said Keruak said the presence of Dr Mahathir at the Bersih 4 rally showed that he supported street demonstrations.
Mon Aug 31 2015
Dr Mahathir 'crossed the line' by attending Bersih rally - Hishammuddin
Tun Mahathir's attendance at the rally on Saturday was contrary to a statement he had made in 1998 that street demonstrations should not be supported.
Sun Aug 30 2015
Bersih 4: Dr Mahathir's presence disappointing - Ismail Sabri
Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri said the former prime minister had perviously been a staunch opponent of street demonstrations.
Sun Aug 30 2015
'Don't try to topple government through street demonstrations' - IGP
Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar has reminded BERSIH organisers to ensure the rally later this month would not stray far from its original objective.
Mon Aug 17 2015
Street demo culture alien - Salleh
The holding of street demonstrations is not a Malaysian political culture, what more if it is aimed at interfering with the democratic process of the country.
Sun Aug 16 2015
#KitaLawan: Surrender or face action, IGP tells rally organisers
Police urged organisers of the #KitaLawan street demonstrations in the capital city last Saturday to surrender or face action.
Tue Mar 10 2015
FRU to undergo transformation - IGP
The transformation would a changing in the mindset of FRU officers and the need to follow international standards in street demonstrations.
Wed Dec 17 2014
On street demonstrations
The world needs to make up its mind, says Dr. Mahathir. "Do we elect Government by voting or do we install Government through street demonstrations?"
Thu May 01 2014
Protesters disrupt voting in tense Thai election
Despite weeks of mass street demonstrations aimed at forcing her from office, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra was widely expected to extend her winning streak.
Sun Feb 02 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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