![Honduras arrests mayor accused of trafficking cocaine to US Honduras arrests mayor accused of trafficking cocaine to US](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/61684749171_TBDrugDealer.jpg)
Honduras arrests mayor accused of trafficking cocaine to US
Mayor Wilmer Manolo Wood of Brus Laguna who is accused of working with three drug cartels, was taken into custody, said a spokesperson.
Mon Aug 28 2023
![Of desperate, corrupt civil servants and the bureaucratic cartels - overlooked stumbling block to the quest for a better Malaysia Of desperate, corrupt civil servants and the bureaucratic cartels - overlooked stumbling block to the quest for a better Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/41634360855_MALAYSIA.jpg)
Of desperate, corrupt civil servants and the bureaucratic cartels - overlooked stumbling block to the quest for a better Malaysia
These corrupt minds in the civil service are a stumbling block to our quest and aspiration for a better Malaysia.
Sat Oct 16 2021
![MyCC to determine whether cartels exist in transport sector - Nanta MyCC to determine whether cartels exist in transport sector - Nanta](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/61628122192_AlexanderNantaLing.jpg)
MyCC to determine whether cartels exist in transport sector - Nanta
The Malaysia Competition Commission (MyCC) will invoke its enforcement power to determine whether there are cartels formed in the port logistic ecosystem and motor vehicle warranty.
Tue Oct 05 2021
![Overcoming the cartel syndrome Overcoming the cartel syndrome](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/41625889125_MALAYSIA.jpg)
Overcoming the cartel syndrome
Abuse of power precedes institutionalised corruption which the cartel syndrome embodies.
Sat Jul 10 2021
![Fight back against the cartel culture Fight back against the cartel culture](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/41618622254_PDRM.jpg)
Fight back against the cartel culture
Indeed, we are a country where cartels/syndicates thrive and flourish - where their existence is a "way of life".
Mon May 03 2021
![Import of meat into country not under DVS' jurisdiction Import of meat into country not under DVS' jurisdiction](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/51609415848_KartelDaging.jpg)
Import of meat into country not under DVS' jurisdiction
Approval for meat import is only allowed from countries and slaughterhouses that have been approved and meet the stipulated conditions.
Thu Apr 15 2021
![The how of adopting blockchain route for the halal meat industry The how of adopting blockchain route for the halal meat industry](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/81608720063_Halal.jpg)
The how of adopting blockchain route for the halal meat industry
It's no coincidence the cartels activities all these years were only unmasked once blockchain technology was deployed.
Mon Feb 01 2021
![Ministry will cancel permits of AP holders in cahoots with meat cartels - Kiandee Ministry will cancel permits of AP holders in cahoots with meat cartels - Kiandee](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/81608541287_TBRonaldKiandee.jpg)
Ministry will cancel permits of AP holders in cahoots with meat cartels - Kiandee
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industries (MAFI) will revoke the Approved Permit (AP) of any entity or person found to be in cahoots with cartels which imported uncertified meat.
Mon Jan 11 2021
![Jakim tightening enforcement, SOP for halal certification for imported goods Jakim tightening enforcement, SOP for halal certification for imported goods](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/61608970987_Halal.jpg)
Jakim tightening enforcement, SOP for halal certification for imported goods
The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) will tighten enforcement and the standard operating procedure (SOP) for halal certification for imported goods.
Sat Dec 26 2020
![Philippines finance minister eyes Chinese investment, dismisses U.S. flap Philippines finance minister eyes Chinese investment, dismisses U.S. flap](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-10/81475979343_CarlosDominguez.jpg)
Philippines finance minister eyes Chinese investment, dismisses U.S. flap
Dominguez dismissed concerns over the Philippines' investment climate raised by Duterte's blunt anti-U.S. statements and a war on drug cartels that has killed thousands.
Sun Oct 09 2016
![Sabah is free of IC cartels, says Home Minister Sabah is free of IC cartels, says Home Minister](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-08/41406999022_295x200.jpg)
Sabah is free of IC cartels, says Home Minister
The Home Ministry today confirmed that Sabah is now free of cartels involved in the illicit purchase and trade of Malaysian identification cards (ICs), news portal Berita Harian online reported.
Fri Dec 05 2014
![Ex-president: Mexico should legalize marijuana Ex-president: Mexico should legalize marijuana](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-06/71370485191_295x200.jpg)
Ex-president: Mexico should legalize marijuana
Mexico should legalize marijuana, steal business back from violent drug cartels.
Thu Jun 06 2013