Consider This: The Myanmar Crisis (Part 1) — Malaysia’s Priorities as ASEAN Chair
As Malaysia takes the helm of ASEAN in 2025, the Myanmar crisis will become a defining challenge for Malaysia’s chairmanship. The 5-Point Consensus has seen little success since its inception in 2021. With the humanitarian situation worsening and political dialogue at a standstill, many are questioning whether ASEAN’s traditional approach has run its course. Can Malaysia’s chairmanship deliver new solutions? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Moe Thuzar, Senior Fellow at ISEAS Yusof Ishak Institute in Singapore. She’s also the Coordinator of its Myanmar Studies Programme.
Fri Nov 29 2024
US, China swap detained citizens after years of diplomacy
The US also changes its travel advisory for China, lowering its risk warning.
Thu Nov 28 2024
MOT to examine implications of compulsory car insurance for private car passengers - Loke
Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook says a comprehensive study would also be necessary to evaluate its impact on existing laws.
Thu Nov 28 2024
Helicopters acquisition: Leasing system more transparent, helps avoid financial burden - PM
PM says the leasing arrangement also allows the government to save on maintenance and repair costs, which are currently a major issue.
Thu Nov 28 2024
Economic considerations do not limit Malaysia's stance on Gaza issue - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia would also continue to monitor the latest developments in US policy.
Thu Nov 28 2024
Consider This: Ending Violence Against Women (Part 2) — What Will It Take?
Violence against women takes many forms, but one of the most extreme is femicide—the killing of a woman by men’s violence. The patterns of this crime—control, abuse, and escalation—are so alarmingly familiar, that femicide is preventable. How do we do that? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Nazreen Nizam, Acting Executive Director of Women's Aid Organisation,
which is a non-profit dedicated to supporting survivors of gender-based violence and also advocating for societal change and women's rights.
which is a non-profit dedicated to supporting survivors of gender-based violence and also advocating for societal change and women's rights.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Voluntary rehabilitation programme offers GISB members daily allowance
Dr. Zulkifli Hasan says the programme also includes skills training to help participants sustain their livelihoods.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Management of low-cost housing, gov't quarters, focus at Dewan Rakyat today
Also among the highlights, UNICEF report on 12.3pct of teenagers in Klang Valley's PPR face mental health issues and suicidal tendencies.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Niaga SPOTLIGHT: Costing The Silent Threat of Obesity
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Malaysia are a growing burden on the health system, with a number of associated health issues and economic costs.
The annual cost of healthcare for NCDs is estimated to be over RM 9.65 billion. Meanwhile, the cost of disability and loss of healthy life years is estimated to be around RM 100.79 billion. Absenteeism due to NCDs is estimated to cost the Malaysian economy RM 2.6 billion annually.
From the common NCDs, obesity is one of THE most significant health threats, with nearly 20% of the Malaysian population currently classified as obese.
Additionally, more than half of all adults (54%) are overweight or obese. According to the World Obesity Atlas, this figure could rise to 41% in Malaysia by 2035, if preventive action is not taken.
Niaga Spotlight focuses on immediate strategies to address this growing silent threat of Obesity, which also burdens the national healthcare system as well as national productivity levels with significant impacts and costs.
The annual cost of healthcare for NCDs is estimated to be over RM 9.65 billion. Meanwhile, the cost of disability and loss of healthy life years is estimated to be around RM 100.79 billion. Absenteeism due to NCDs is estimated to cost the Malaysian economy RM 2.6 billion annually.
From the common NCDs, obesity is one of THE most significant health threats, with nearly 20% of the Malaysian population currently classified as obese.
Additionally, more than half of all adults (54%) are overweight or obese. According to the World Obesity Atlas, this figure could rise to 41% in Malaysia by 2035, if preventive action is not taken.
Niaga Spotlight focuses on immediate strategies to address this growing silent threat of Obesity, which also burdens the national healthcare system as well as national productivity levels with significant impacts and costs.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia, Vietnam to further cooperate in multiple sectors - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the collaboration will also leverage the ASEAN Energy Grid to foster regional growth.
Thu Nov 21 2024
PM to officiate two years of MADANI government programme this Saturday
The three-day 2TM programme will also feature a showcase of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) exhibitions.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Issues raised in Peru, Brazil, Riyadh, and MADANI achievements Dewan Rakyat agenda highlights
Also in focus will be steps taken by Kuala Lumpur City Hall to mitigate and prevent flash floods in the city.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Over 2,000 job opportunities available at MOHE’s Putrajaya Festival of Ideas
According to MOHE, the carnival will also provide career counselling services to help enhance success rates during interview sessions.
Tue Nov 19 2024
RM11 MAHB privatisation offer provides immediate gains for investors - CIMB
Investors could also benefit from joint offerors' resources and vision for sustainable growth, making the proposal attractive, CIMB says.
Mon Nov 18 2024
#MerdekaAwardTalkSeries - Leadership: Not Just a Title, But a Lifestyle
Leadership is not just about giving orders, it also includes embracing feedback. Together with the esteemed panelists of the 2024 Merdeka Award Talk Series #3, Tan Sri Nazir Razak @nazir.razak; Chairman of Ikhlas Capital and Dr Firdausi Suffian; CEO of Invest Sabah, we discuss on how as a leader you still need to listen and work together with the team to meet your vision as well as your goals.
Watch the full conversation moderated by @daphneiking at https://youtu.be/aH7Sri_ViNI?si=55dAYBFbVc19ioj8
Watch the full conversation moderated by @daphneiking at https://youtu.be/aH7Sri_ViNI?si=55dAYBFbVc19ioj8
Fri Nov 15 2024