![China ready to discuss FTA with more Global South countries - President Xi China ready to discuss FTA with more Global South countries - President Xi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41717058077_TBSeniorChineseL.jpg)
China ready to discuss FTA with more Global South countries - President Xi
China is ready to discuss free trade arrangements (FTAs) with more Global South countries, among others.
Fri Jun 28 2024
![Employees can apply for flexible working arrangements - Sim Employees can apply for flexible working arrangements - Sim](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71712232192_StevenSimCheeKeon.jpg)
Employees can apply for flexible working arrangements - Sim
Steven Sim said requests should be submitted to employers for feedback within 60 days, and if rejected, employers must provide reasons.
Wed Apr 17 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Bosses should consider WFH in trying times [COLUMNIST] Bosses should consider WFH in trying times](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/81603371227_BEKERJADARIRUMAH.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Bosses should consider WFH in trying times
Flexible working arrangements, compliments for a job well done and extra time-off are some of the strong incentives that can definitely boost employees engagement and productivity.
Mon Mar 04 2024
![The four-day week looks here to stay The four-day week looks here to stay](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/61692933137_PwCsGlobalWorkfor.jpg)
The four-day week looks here to stay
While flexible work arrangements have been available across many sectors, many organisations now offer employees opportunities to reduce work time without reducing pay.
Sat Mar 02 2024
![Chinese capital closes highways after heavy snowfall Chinese capital closes highways after heavy snowfall](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61702540551_TBSnowfalljpg.jpg)
Chinese capital closes highways after heavy snowfall
With freezing rain and snow expected to last until Monday, officials boosted public transport arrangements and shut eight highways.
Wed Feb 21 2024
![Philippines denies 'special arrangements' with China to supply troops on reef Philippines denies 'special arrangements' with China to supply troops on reef](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/71682673394_TBKAPALFILIPINA.jpg)
Philippines denies 'special arrangements' with China to supply troops on reef
The Chinese coastguard said it had temporarily allowed Philippines to provide food and water to soldiers stationed at BRP Sierra Madre.
Tue Jan 30 2024
![TM to finalise 5G network rollout with DNB TM to finalise 5G network rollout with DNB](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/41655914806_Pameran.jpg)
TM to finalise 5G network rollout with DNB
Imri Mokhtar said arrangements for finalising the equity agreement and the wholesale agreement with DNB are on track to meet the dateline.
Thu Aug 25 2022
![After two years at home, is Malaysia ready for permanent hybrid work? After two years at home, is Malaysia ready for permanent hybrid work?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/81643904364_TBworkfromhome.jpg)
After two years at home, is Malaysia ready for permanent hybrid work?
The pandemic has ignited conversations surrounding the nature of work, with corporations and experts repeatedly advocating for hybrid models as the way forward.
Mon Jul 04 2022
![Three health workers in remand for corruption over funeral arrangements Three health workers in remand for corruption over funeral arrangements](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81635412909_MenaraSPRM.jpg)
Three health workers in remand for corruption over funeral arrangements
Three health workers at a hospital in Selangor were ordered to be held in remand for five days for alleged corruption.
Tue May 31 2022
![Thailand to seek travel bubbles with China, Malaysia Thailand to seek travel bubbles with China, Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/41641731370_BangkokThailand.jpg)
Thailand to seek travel bubbles with China, Malaysia
Thailand will have talks on bilateral travel bubble arrangements with China and Malaysia later this month.
Mon Feb 07 2022
![Postpone umrah: Those who have made arrangements will be refunded on travel rescheduled - Khairy Postpone umrah: Those who have made arrangements will be refunded on travel rescheduled - Khairy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/71640700812_TBKJSIDANGMEDIA.jpg)
Postpone umrah: Those who have made arrangements will be refunded on travel rescheduled - Khairy
The authorities were concerned about non-compliance with home quarantine procedures among returning pilgrims.
Sat Jan 01 2022
![Olympics: In subtropical Taiwan, two women vie for spots at Beijing Winter Games Olympics: In subtropical Taiwan, two women vie for spots at Beijing Winter Games](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/61637551905_winyI.jpg)
Olympics: In subtropical Taiwan, two women vie for spots at Beijing Winter Games
The two women have instead relied heavily on alternative training arrangements in Taiwan as they prepared for qualifying competitions.
Mon Nov 22 2021
![Adele returns with new ferocity on '30' album Adele returns with new ferocity on '30' album](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81637294967_ADELE.jpg)
Adele returns with new ferocity on '30' album
Adele digs into romantic pangs with the heart-piercing high notes set to stirring piano arrangements that have made her a household name.
Fri Nov 19 2021
![FPDA is still relevant to face future security challenges - Hishammuddin FPDA is still relevant to face future security challenges - Hishammuddin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-09/71567340998_HISHAMMUDINHUSSEIN.jpg)
FPDA is still relevant to face future security challenges - Hishammuddin
Hishammuddin stressed that the agreement could still play a role in helping the country face security challenges in the future.
Tue Oct 26 2021
![Most tourists to Langkawi make own bookings - MOTAC Most tourists to Langkawi make own bookings - MOTAC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/71633417621_PantaiChenang.jpg)
Most tourists to Langkawi make own bookings - MOTAC
Most tourists to Langkawi tend to book their own travel, accommodation and tour arrangements, according to monitoring and a survey by the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC).
Tue Oct 05 2021