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
Malaysia files WTO complaint over EU palm oil restrictions
Malaysia's complaint marks the 600th trade dispute brought before the WTO since the organisation was created in 1995.
Wed Jan 20 2021
5 ways to advance digital trade in the post-COVID world
Modernizing digital trade rules will help us get the economy back on track and, if done right, lead to greater prosperity for all.
Fri Jun 12 2020
Invest wisely for the future of younger generations - Pascal Lamy
"My main recommendation is to invest in education, training, qualifications. This is where young people will make a living in the future."
Tue Jan 16 2018
U.S. asks China not to enforce cyber security law
The U.S. fears China's new cyber security law could damage global trade in services.
Tue Sep 26 2017
WTO rules against Indonesia in food import barriers case
All 18 of Jakarta's measures affecting imported horticulture, animals and animal products were prohibited under WTO rules dating to its predecessor body, the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade.
Fri Dec 23 2016
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