US THAAD missile defences hit test target as North Korea tension rises
The United States said on Tuesday it shot down a simulated, incoming intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) similar to the ones being developed by countries like North Korea.
Wed Jul 12 2017
South Korea does not aim to change US missile defence deal - security adviser
Chung Eui-yong called the decision to delay installation of remaining launchers of the THAAD system, a domestic measure to ensure a democratic process.
Sat Jun 10 2017
'Shocked' South Korea leader orders probe into US THAAD additions
Moon Jae-in has ordered a probe after his Defence Ministry failed to inform him that four more launchers for the controversial U.S. THAAD anti-missile system had been brought into the country.
Wed May 31 2017
South Korea's new leader discusses North Korea, defence system with China's Xi
Moon Jae-in told Xi Jinping that North Korea must cease making provocations before tensions over the deployment of a U.S. anti-missile system in the South can be resolved.
Thu May 11 2017
South Korea says it still plans to deploy THAAD system
South Korea said Monday that it still plans to host an advanced American anti-missile battery, and to get it operating as soon as possible.
Mon Apr 17 2017
Chinese wary about US missile system because capabilities unknown - experts
China is opposed to the deployment of US anti-missile radars in South Korea because it does not know whether the defences are capable of tracking and countering Beijing's own nuclear programme.
Tue Apr 04 2017
US starts deploying THAAD system in South Korea after North Korea missile test
The United States has started to deploy the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) anti-missile system to South Korea.
Tue Mar 07 2017
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