![Anwar acknowledges loss of key public service pillar with Mohd Zuki’s retirement Anwar acknowledges loss of key public service pillar with Mohd Zuki’s retirement](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/71722826038_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Anwar acknowledges loss of key public service pillar with Mohd Zuki’s retirement
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim the monthly assembly of the PM's Department would be Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali 's final one as Chief Secretary to govt.
Mon Aug 05 2024
Consider This: MyOBI 2024 - How State Budgets Measure Up
Are you aware of how your state's budget is being managed? As a citizen, you have the right to be informed about how your money is spent, and to demand stronger oversight by independent institutions. The Malaysian Open Budget Index, MyOBI, which is an initiative driven by the think tank IDEAS Malaysia, aims to shine a light on how transparent and accountable our state governments are with their budget processes. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Alissa Rode, Senior Manager of Research at IDEAS Malaysia and lead researcher for Malaysia in the Open Budget Survey, and Michelle Ng, Member of the Selangor State Legislative Assembly for Subang Jaya and member of the Selangor State Public Accounts Committee.
Fri Aug 02 2024
![Mahkota Assemblywoman Sharifah Azizah Dies Mahkota Assemblywoman Sharifah Azizah Dies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/51722574816_Belasungkawa.jpg)
Mahkota Assemblywoman Sharifah Azizah Dies
Datuk Sharifah Azizah Syed Zain, who was receiving treatment at Enche' Besar Hajjah Khalsom Hospital in Kluang, died today, at age of 63.
Fri Aug 02 2024
![Malaysia will continue to support mandate of UN-Habitat - Nga Malaysia will continue to support mandate of UN-Habitat - Nga](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51718694604_NgaKorMing.jpg)
Malaysia will continue to support mandate of UN-Habitat - Nga
UN-Habitat promotes sustainable cities and urban management to ensure adequate shelter for all, as mandated by the UN General Assembly.
Thu Jul 18 2024
Consider This: Care Economy — The Business of Care
Malaysia’s Care Economy is an investment white space: An investment area that serves a strong development need but has yet to benefit from a robust policy framework and political momentum. What would it take to create a robust care infrastructure in Malaysia? And how might increased investments into this sector transform care services? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Anfaal Saari, Member of the Selangor State Legislative Assembly who holds the portfolio of Women and Family Empowerment, Social Welfare & the Care Economy, and Dr Haniza Khalid, currently Senior Research Associate at Universiti Malaya’s Social Wellbeing Research Centre. She recently authored a report on enabling investments into the Malaysian Care Economy, commissioned by UNDP Malaysia.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![French election run-off: How does it work and what to look out for French election run-off: How does it work and what to look out for](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/71694332794_PengundiHantu.jpg)
French election run-off: How does it work and what to look out for
A total of 577 constituencies are being decided in the election, one for each seat in the National Assembly, the lower house of parliament.
Sat Jul 06 2024
![Sg Bakap Polls: Over 39,000 voters to elect new assemblyman tomorrow Sg Bakap Polls: Over 39,000 voters to elect new assemblyman tomorrow](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71719802521_kempenPilihanRaya.jpg)
Sg Bakap Polls: Over 39,000 voters to elect new assemblyman tomorrow
Sungai Bakap is one of three state assembly seats under the Nibong Tebal parliamentary constituency.
Fri Jul 05 2024
![Sg Bakap polls: Indian votes can be deciding factor, support for Unity Govt remains strong Sg Bakap polls: Indian votes can be deciding factor, support for Unity Govt remains strong](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715775357_TBrafizijpg.jpg)
Sg Bakap polls: Indian votes can be deciding factor, support for Unity Govt remains strong
Rafizi Ramli noted that the number of Indian voters in the Sungai Bakap state assembly is significantly larger than in other constituencies.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![Battle for Sungai Bakap state seat begins tomorrow Battle for Sungai Bakap state seat begins tomorrow](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71718935238_PenamaanCalon.jpg)
Battle for Sungai Bakap state seat begins tomorrow
Sungai Bakap is one of the three state assembly seats under the Nibong Tebal parliamentary constituency.
Fri Jun 21 2024
![Kelantan speaker declares Nenggiri seat vacant Kelantan speaker declares Nenggiri seat vacant](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/81663748198_TBAMARNIK.jpg)
Kelantan speaker declares Nenggiri seat vacant
The Nenggiri state seat is confirmed vacant starting today, said Kelantan State Assembly Speaker Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah.
Wed Jun 19 2024
![Exclusive - US to boycott UN tribute to Iran leader killed in helicopter crash Exclusive - US to boycott UN tribute to Iran leader killed in helicopter crash](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51717041048_IranianPresidentEb.jpg)
Exclusive - US to boycott UN tribute to Iran leader killed in helicopter crash
The UN General Assembly traditionally meets to pay tribute to any world leader who was a sitting head of state at the time of their death.
Thu May 30 2024
![EXPLAINER - Will South Africa have a new government or president after election? EXPLAINER - Will South Africa have a new government or president after election?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716978823_elections.jpg)
EXPLAINER - Will South Africa have a new government or president after election?
Under South Africa's constitution, voters elect 400 members of the National Assembly, who then elect the president by a simple majority.
Wed May 29 2024
![WHO states decide not to invite Taiwan to annual assembly WHO states decide not to invite Taiwan to annual assembly](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51712754854_FBREAKWHOx.jpg)
WHO states decide not to invite Taiwan to annual assembly
Taiwan is excluded from most international organisations because of objections by China, which considers the island its territory.
Tue May 28 2024
![Sungai Bakap assemblyman dies Sungai Bakap assemblyman dies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71716538706_tbNorZamriLatiff.jpg)
Sungai Bakap assemblyman dies
Nor Zamri Latiff was treated at HSJ's Intensive Care Unit for an inflammation in the stomach since the beginning of this month.
Fri May 24 2024
![UN General Assembly adopts resolution to reconsider Palestine's membership bid UN General Assembly adopts resolution to reconsider Palestine's membership bid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41715358072_UnitedNationsGener.jpg)
UN General Assembly adopts resolution to reconsider Palestine's membership bid
The resolution was adopted by overwhelming consensus with 143 member states voting in favor, 9 against and 25 abstentions.
Sat May 11 2024