![ANALYSIS - As France votes, Europe holds its breath ANALYSIS - As France votes, Europe holds its breath](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/71603816347_UKFranceElection.jpg)
ANALYSIS - As France votes, Europe holds its breath
Emmanuel Macron's EU role likely weakened by election second round.
Fri Jul 05 2024
![Challenges ahead for UK's next prime minister Keir Starmer Challenges ahead for UK's next prime minister Keir Starmer](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720155079_NeilKinnock.jpg)
Challenges ahead for UK's next prime minister Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer aims for long-term growth, but as he tackles this challenge, his first few months are filled with tough decisions.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Consider This: UK Elections - Foregone Conclusion? (Part 1)
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is in a fierce battle to retain his position, facing a formidable challenge from Labour leader Keir Starmer. As the Conservatives brace for what could be a historic defeat, all eyes are on whether Labour will secure a decisive victory. However, is it a foregone conclusion? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Hafiz Marzukhi speaks to UM's Assoc Prof Dr Roy Anthony Rogers, Deputy Executive Director (Development, Research, & Innovation), Asia Europe Institute
Thu Jul 04 2024
![You Need to Calm Down: Why the Taylor Swift economy isn't real You Need to Calm Down: Why the Taylor Swift economy isn't real](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71718277509_TaylorSwift.jpg)
You Need to Calm Down: Why the Taylor Swift economy isn't real
Taylor Swift's Europe tour is causing a buzz, with experts predicting an economic boost as fans flock to her sold-out shows.
Sat Jun 29 2024
![Sunway jalin kolaborasi dengan EU, pacu usaha menuju masa depan yang mampan Sunway jalin kolaborasi dengan EU, pacu usaha menuju masa depan yang mampan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71719567220_TBSunway.jpg)
Sunway jalin kolaborasi dengan EU, pacu usaha menuju masa depan yang mampan
Tahun ini, Sunway akan meneraju inisiatif unik untuk menangani kemiskinan bandar menerusi projek Cerapan Komuniti Desa Mentari.
Fri Jun 28 2024
![Exclusive - UK approval of arms exports to Israel plunged at start of Gaza war Exclusive - UK approval of arms exports to Israel plunged at start of Gaza war](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/41697733053_leavesTeessideUnive.jpg)
Exclusive - UK approval of arms exports to Israel plunged at start of Gaza war
Rishi Sunak has been one of Europe's strongest advocates of Israel's right to respond with overwhelming force against Hamas.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Consider This: Malaysian Palm Oil (Part 1) — Impact of New EU Rules on Smallholders
The Malaysian palm oil sector, which is the second-largest producer globally after Indonesia, is facing mounting challenges, particularly from the European Union's incoming Deforestation Regulation. This regulation aims to halt the sale of any products linked to deforestation in its markets. Despite efforts to promote sustainability through certification schemes like MSPO and RSPO, questions remain: Can certification alone redeem palm oil's tarnished reputation? And how might the EU’s new regulation impact smallholders, who produce about 40% of the total output of palm oil in Malaysia? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Serina Rahman, Lecturer at the Department of Southeast Asian Studies at National University of Singapore, where her research interests include political ecology through the lens of environmental anthropology and ethnography.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Consider This: Malaysian Palm Oil (Part 2) — Navigating EU's Deforestation Regulation
The Malaysian palm oil sector, which is the second-largest producer globally after Indonesia, is facing mounting challenges, particularly from the European Union's incoming Deforestation Regulation. This regulation aims to halt the sale of any products linked to deforestation in its markets. Despite efforts to promote sustainability through certification schemes like MSPO and RSPO, questions remain: Can certification alone redeem palm oil's tarnished reputation? And how might the EU’s new regulation impact smallholders, who produce about 40% of the total output of palm oil in Malaysia? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Khor Yu Leng, Senior Economist at Segi Enam Advisors & Associate Director for Sustainability at the Singapore Institute of International Affairs.
Mon Jun 10 2024
![Macron calls shock French elections after far-right rout Macron calls shock French elections after far-right rout](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-12/51512597668_EmmanuelMacron.jpg)
Macron calls shock French elections after far-right rout
French President Emmanuel Macron calls for a parliamentary election, with the first round on June 30.
Mon Jun 10 2024
![European countries' recognition of Palestine deepens Israeli isolation European countries' recognition of Palestine deepens Israeli isolation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61717037778_Smokerises.jpg)
European countries' recognition of Palestine deepens Israeli isolation
Israel slips further into international isolation after three European countries decided to recognise a Palestinian state.
Fri May 31 2024
![EU agrees to revive Rafah mission, Borrell criticises Israel's Netanyahu EU agrees to revive Rafah mission, Borrell criticises Israel's Netanyahu](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/51689601405_European.jpg)
EU agrees to revive Rafah mission, Borrell criticises Israel's Netanyahu
The bloc is considering reviving its European Union Border Assistance Mission (EUBAM) Rafah, which has not been operational since 2007.
Tue May 28 2024
![Motor racing - Young female drivers take aim at F1's male monopoly Motor racing - Young female drivers take aim at F1's male monopoly](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81716529540_Ffemaleracers.jpg)
Motor racing - Young female drivers take aim at F1's male monopoly
The cohort, four from Europe and one from Australia and Malaysia, took part in a training and assessment camp in Austria last week.
Sat May 25 2024
![Europe sets benchmark for rest of the world with landmark AI laws Europe sets benchmark for rest of the world with landmark AI laws](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71715755618_TBAIjpg.jpg)
Europe sets benchmark for rest of the world with landmark AI laws
Europe's landmark rules on artificial intelligence will enter into force next month after EU countries endorsed today.
Tue May 21 2024
![TPM Fadillah bincang pengurusan air lestari dengan Bank Dunia, UNECE di Bali TPM Fadillah bincang pengurusan air lestari dengan Bank Dunia, UNECE di Bali](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716268262_FadillahYusof.jpg)
TPM Fadillah bincang pengurusan air lestari dengan Bank Dunia, UNECE di Bali
Fadillah mengadakan perbincangan dua hala dengan Bank Dunia dan United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE).
Tue May 21 2024
![Spain, Ireland to recognise Palestinian state on May 21 - EU's Borrell Spain, Ireland to recognise Palestinian state on May 21 - EU's Borrell](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715335316_PalestineFlag.jpg)
Spain, Ireland to recognise Palestinian state on May 21 - EU's Borrell
Spain, Ireland and other European Union member countries plan to recognise a Palestinian state on May 21.
Fri May 10 2024