The Future Is Female: Tackling Poverty in All Its Dimensions
Despite decades of progress, poverty continues to trap millions in cycles of deprivation, and conventional measures often fail to reflect the full scope of their struggles. The Multidimensional Poverty Index, developed by the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative, offers a revolutionary way to understand and address poverty by looking at deprivations in education, health, and living standards. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Professor Dr Sabina Alkire, Director of the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative. Together with Professor James Foster, she developed the Alkire-Foster method for measuring multidimensional poverty.
Sun Jan 12 2025
It's About YOUth: Shaping the Future: Girls in Robotics
Nuha Amani and Nuha Rumaisa from Tunku Kurshiah College's Team Ensis Kogeki wowed the nation with their stunning match victory in Japan. They share their passion for robotics and hope to inspire more young girls to dive into STEM and robotics.
Fri Jan 10 2025
AWANI Pagi: ASEAN Kita | Australia AS a strategic partner for ASEAN
Australia and ASEAN have shared a unique and evolving partnership, built on a foundation of shared economic interests, strong trade ties, and a commitment to regional stability. As the global geopolitical landscape continues to shift, how can Australia cement its role as a critical ally to ASEAN? What are the opportunities for deeper collaboration, and what challenges lie ahead?
This week on ASEAN Kita, we’ll explore the future of this vital partnership and its implications for the region with Dr. John Lee, Former Senior Adviser to Australian Foreign Minister.
This week on ASEAN Kita, we’ll explore the future of this vital partnership and its implications for the region with Dr. John Lee, Former Senior Adviser to Australian Foreign Minister.
Tue Jan 07 2025
Syria’s liberation: A symbol of hope for Gaza’s future
On the 8th December 2024, the Assad regime has fallen to the opposition forces during an 11-day long advance. With one dictatorship overtaken, not all hope is lost for the future of Gaza.
Thu Jan 02 2025
Framing sustainable business as a gift for the future
Reflecting on 2024, businesses can turn key learnings into actionable steps to make sustainability a central part of their plans for the year ahead. Hoe can businesses can integrate sustainability into daily operations, making it a consistent driver of growth and positive change. Together with Associate Consultant at Tata Consultancy Services, Wan Dazriq explores on forward-thinking strategies for a sustainable and innovative 2025.
Wed Dec 25 2024
NATO Chief Rutte worried about alliance's long-term security
The new NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte currently does not see any danger of a Russian attack on the defence alliance's territory but looks to the future with concern.
Tue Dec 24 2024
Consider This: Syria — Fall of the House of Assad
After 13 years of war, an offensive by Syrian opposition groups has ousted Bashar al-Assad as Syria’s president in just days. This historic moment raises urgent questions: What kind of future awaits Syria—for its governance, for the millions of Syrians, both inside the country and in the diaspora, and for the future for the Arab region? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Samer Abboud, Associate Professor of Global Interdisciplinary Studies at Villanova University in Pennsylvania, US, where his research focuses on warfare in Syria and the emergence of an illiberal post-conflict order in the country. He is also the Director of its Center for Arab and Islamic Studies. In 2018 he authored a book titled ‘Syria’, which explores the outbreak and trajectory of the Syrian uprising, and is currently working on his next book on the country.
Thu Dec 19 2024
Shaping the future of business: Insights for the festive season and beyond
As we enter the festive season and welcome the new year with renewed hope and strategies, discover how monthly trade trends and data-driven insights can guide businesses in preparing for future opportunities while addressing potential risks. Full disussion with Industries Unite Co-Founder, Datuk David Gurupatham.
Thu Dec 12 2024
The Economy: UK-Malaysia | UK accession to CPTPP on 15 December 2024
Discover the future of economic partnership as Secretary of State for Scotland, Ian Murray, shares insights into the evolving UK-Malaysia relations. Join us to explore how strengthened ties are paving the way for a prosperous new chapter in bilateral trade and investment.
Thu Dec 12 2024
The Future Is Female: Heritage Conservation — Embracing the Beautiful, the Ordinary, and the Difficult
On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks with Elizabeth Cardosa, a cultural heritage and conservation consultant. Elizabeth is a Registered Conservator with Jabatan Warisan Negara and has been involved in several conservation and restoration projects, including on Stadium Merdeka, which won the UNESCO Asia Pacific Heritage 2010 Award of Excellence, as well as on the conservation of Masjid DiRaja Sultan Sulaiman in Klang, which won the 2019 PAM Gold Medal award.
Sun Dec 08 2024
The Economy: Addressing the global rise of unfulfilled cybersecurity jobs
Join Ibrahim Sani as he sits down with Danny Kim, Founder of FullArmor Corp, to discuss the critical issue of the growing global shortage in cybersecurity talent. In this insightful session, Kim explores innovative solutions to bridge the skills gap, the future of cybersecurity jobs, and how organizations can adapt to protect themselves amidst rising digital threats.
Thu Dec 05 2024
The Future Is Female: Corporate Leadership on Climate Action
With the impacts of climate change already affecting economies and industries, corporate boards are under pressure to lead sustainable transitions. But do they have the climate literacy to make informed, effective decisions? On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Datin Seri Sunita Rajakumar, Chairperson of Climate Governance Malaysia, which is an advocacy group working to mobilise corporate boards to accelerate the transition to net zero and build climate resilience. Climate Governance Malaysia is the country chapter of the World Economic Forum’s Climate Governance Initiative—it’s the second such country chapter to be established in the world, and the first in Asia-Pacific.
Sun Dec 01 2024
AI in 2025: Readiness and the rise of Intelligent Agents
Explore the future of AI with APJ Chief Technology Officer at Boomi, David Irecki, as he delves into the 2025 predictions on AI readiness and the rise of AI agents. Gain insights into how governments and businesses can effectively manage AI agents, tackle emerging challenges, and uphold responsible and ethical AI practices in an ever-evolving technological landscape.
Thu Nov 28 2024
Agenda AWANI: Democratisation of AI | The future of journalism
AI is transforming the future of journalism, from detecting fake news to analysing influence dynamics. Discover how it’s reshaping the newsroom. Catch the interview with Doowan Lee, Chief Strategy Officer, EdgeTheory tonight at 9pm.
Wed Nov 27 2024
[TERKINI] Ucapan PM Anwar di Universiti Kebangsaan Seoul
Ikuti langsung ucapan khas Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim bertajuk "Strategic Partners in a Complex World: Malaysia, Korea, and the Future of Asia" di Universiti Kebangsaan Seoul.
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Tue Nov 26 2024