Malaysia’s trade records 10.2 per cent jump, exceeds RM2 trillion mark in first nine months of 2024
According to the World Trade Organisation's forecast, Asia's exports are expected to rise by 7.4 per cent in 2024.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Three Sept. 11 suspects agree to plead guilty at Guantanamo
A US official said the plea deals almost certainly involved guilty pleas in exchange for taking the death penalty off the table.
Thu Aug 01 2024
![[OPINION] Malaysia needs to be proactive in dealing with emerging cyber threats in the maritime domain](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/51633955407_Tanjongpelepas.jpg "[OPINION] Malaysia needs to be proactive in dealing with emerging cyber threats in the maritime domain")
[OPINION] Malaysia needs to be proactive in dealing with emerging cyber threats in the maritime domain
The global supply chain is heavily reliant on maritime transportation with more than 90% of world trade carried out by shipping industry.
Mon Apr 29 2024
BN Supreme Council to meet again tonight
The Barisan Nasional (BN) Supreme Council will gather for another round of meetings at Menara Dato Onn, World Trade Centre (WTC) Kuala Lumpur tonight.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Zahid rubbishes reports that UMNO GE15 candidates told to sign support letter
UMNO is scheduled to unveil its list of parliamentary candidates at the Kuala Lumpur World Trade Centre tonight.
Tue Nov 01 2022
US marks 21st anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks
Biden vows to "never give up" in the face of terrorist threats in a solemn commemoration.
Mon Sep 12 2022
New York 9/11 museum closes after telling tragedy's story, helping survivors heal
Attendance has decreased from nearly 300,000 a year to a record low of 26,000 in 2021, due to COVID-19 pandemic six-month closure in 2020.
Fri Aug 19 2022
Human Resources Ministry, Socso to hold Jamin Kerja Keluarga Malaysia Job Expo from July 23 to 27
The Human Resources Ministry, through Socso, will organise the Jamin Kerja Keluarga Malaysia Job Expo at the World Trade Centre (WTC) from July 23-27.
Fri Jul 22 2022
BN Youth Job Fair offers 20,000 employment opportunities
The Barisan Nasional (BN) Youth Job Fair 2022 which will be held at the World Trade Centre (WTC) Kuala Lumpur from Friday to Sunday is expected to provide over 20,000 job opportunities.
Wed Jun 22 2022
Malaysia lauds significant outcome of the 12th WTO Ministerial Conference
The 12th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva, Switzerland has resulted in groundbreaking accomplishments in several key areas of the negotiations.
Sat Jun 18 2022
WTO: Malaysia to urge for a reset of priorities for seamless trade flows - Azmin
Azmin said top on the list will be the challenges facing the multilateral trading system.
Thu Jun 09 2022
MATRADE shortlisted for World Trade Promotion Organisation Awards 2022
MATRADE has been shortlisted for the World Trade Promotion Organisation (WTPO) Awards 2022 by the Geneva-based International Trade Centre (ITC).
Mon May 09 2022
Two integrated vaccination centres in KL all set to operate from Saturday
Two integrated vaccination centres here, namely the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) and Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil, are ready to operate from tomorrow.
Fri Jan 14 2022
About 150 people trapped on roof of Hong Kong building after fire
Seven women and a man were among the eight people taken to hospital, one of them semi-conscious.
Wed Dec 15 2021
How the terrifying evacuations from the twin towers on 9/11 helped make today's skyscrapers safer
One legacy of the 9/11 tragedy is that today's skyscrapers can be emptied much more safely and easily in an emergency.
Fri Sep 10 2021
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