Goodbye Malaysia, over to you Philippines
SEAGF president Tan Sri Tunku Imran Tuanku Jaafar handed the flag to the Philippines Olympic Committee (POC) president Jose Cojuangco Jr. who in turn presented it to Alan Peter Cayetano.
Thu Aug 31 2017
SEAGF looks for new host for 2019 SEA Games
The pull-out is due to ongoing acts of terrorism and atrocities which have hit Mindanao, the southern Island in the country.
Sun Jul 23 2017
OCM requests zero-rated GST for sports sponsorships
OCM President Tunku Tan Sri Imran Tuanku Ja'afar says the request was a resolution passed unanimously at the 36th annual general meeting of OCM today.
Sat Jun 17 2017
2022 Commonwealth Games not a traditional bid process, says Tunku Imran
This is not a traditional bid process but a partnership approach led by the CGF with the prospective interested countries and we are delighted to be part of the selection process.
Sat Jun 03 2017
Sea Games: No special privileges for Paralympic athletes - SEAGF
Paralympic athletes who compete in the SEA Games would not be allowed to seek for special privileges or 'extras' such as using special equipment and care, to avoid having an advantage.
Wed Mar 22 2017
Decision to bid for 2022 Commonwealth Games will depend on govt consent
The decision to bid for the 2022 Commonwealth Games will heavily depend on the government's greenlight since hosting the games will involve a huge sum of money.
Tue Mar 14 2017
SEA Games: We're on track - Tunku Imran
Tan Sri Tunku Imran Tuanku Ja'afar said he was confident all the planning would go on as scheduled and would ensure all the milestones are met.
Sat Mar 04 2017
Chong Wei to be flag bearer at Rio Olympics
Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Norza Zakaria described Chong Wei's appointment as timely.
Thu Jun 02 2016
Zika: OCM won't stop Rio Olympics squad from withdrawing
Malaysian athletes who qualify to Rio can make their own decision as to withdraw or participate in the Olympics this August.
Mon May 30 2016
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