![[COLUMNIST] How Qatar flourished in food security despite geographical and geopolitical challenges [COLUMNIST] How Qatar flourished in food security despite geographical and geopolitical challenges](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/81656395611_TBGANDUM.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] How Qatar flourished in food security despite geographical and geopolitical challenges
As Malaysia has growing concerns over our food security status, should we then be following Qatar's path in improving food security?
Fri Jun 07 2024
![[COLUMNIST]: Tensions Rise as Chinese Coast Guard Vessel Stalks Malaysian Gas Field [COLUMNIST]: Tensions Rise as Chinese Coast Guard Vessel Stalks Malaysian Gas Field](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81710031093_southchinasea.jpg)
[COLUMNIST]: Tensions Rise as Chinese Coast Guard Vessel Stalks Malaysian Gas Field
The presence of the Chinese vessel in the vicinity of the gas field has sparked concerns over potential breaches of maritime sovereignty
Sat Mar 09 2024
![TikTok refuses to recognise the fair value of your songs, Universal tells songwriters TikTok refuses to recognise the fair value of your songs, Universal tells songwriters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/41702098224_TikTok.jpg)
TikTok refuses to recognise the fair value of your songs, Universal tells songwriters
Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) has claimed TikTok is refusing to respond to concerns over artificial intelligence (AI) in an ongoing dispute, indicating "they simply do not value your music",
Fri Mar 01 2024
![Roads, villages in Kuala Krai flooded after continuous rain Roads, villages in Kuala Krai flooded after continuous rain](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/51702534397_TBfloodedjpg.jpg)
Roads, villages in Kuala Krai flooded after continuous rain
Residents did not dare to use the roads in their villages due to the fast current and concerns over their safety.
Thu Dec 14 2023
![EPF aiming to boost investment income EPF aiming to boost investment income](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/41677923062_TBAmirHamzahAzizan.jpg)
EPF aiming to boost investment income
Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said easing concerns over issues such as interest rate hikes will help in generating better returns.
Tue Jun 13 2023
It's About YOUth: Playing our part to fight misinformation
As the number of TikTok users in Malaysia continue to rise, so do concerns over the rapid spread of hate speech and misinformation on such platforms. Mediha Mahmood from the Content Forum and Hafizin Tajudin of TikTok Malaysia speak on balancing creativity with responsibility, and playing our part in the fight against misinformation.
Fri May 26 2023
![Asean calls for 'self-restraint' in South China Sea activities Asean calls for 'self-restraint' in South China Sea activities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/61675586061_ASEAN.jpg)
Asean calls for 'self-restraint' in South China Sea activities
A joint statement said that some ASEAN members expressed concerns over land reclamations and serious incidents in the area, including damage to the marine environment.
Fri May 12 2023
![Admissibility of audio recording violates Najib's right to a fair trial in 1MDB case - Defence Admissibility of audio recording violates Najib's right to a fair trial in 1MDB case - Defence](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/51660875942_TBNAJIBRAZAK.jpg)
Admissibility of audio recording violates Najib's right to a fair trial in 1MDB case - Defence
Muhammad Shafee contended that there are concerns over the legality of the method used by the MACC to obtain the audio recording.
Tue Nov 22 2022
![ASEAN still backing Myanmar consensus peace deal - Chair ASEAN still backing Myanmar consensus peace deal - Chair](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/61666861587_ASEAN.jpg)
ASEAN still backing Myanmar consensus peace deal - Chair
Some countries raised concerns over the failure to implement a plan agreed with the junta 18 months ago.
Thu Oct 27 2022
![As global economic growth slows, will Malaysia head for a recession? As global economic growth slows, will Malaysia head for a recession?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/41660104341_MALAYSIA.jpg)
As global economic growth slows, will Malaysia head for a recession?
Supply chain disruptions, rising inflation as well as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine have raised concerns over the gloomy global economic outlook.
Thu Aug 11 2022
![Malaysia's PMI up in June, signalling improvement in manufacturing Malaysia's PMI up in June, signalling improvement in manufacturing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/71591351798_PemasanganKereta.jpg)
Malaysia's PMI up in June, signalling improvement in manufacturing
Companies are reporting sluggish export sales and growing concerns over the rising cost of living, Chris Williamson said.
Fri Jul 01 2022
![Housemen bullying due to absence of stringent SOP - Expert Housemen bullying due to absence of stringent SOP - Expert](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/51639736723_gaduh.jpg)
Housemen bullying due to absence of stringent SOP - Expert
The recent death of a medical houseman triggers widespread concerns over the toxic work culture and alleged bullying at public hospitals.
Wed May 18 2022
![Malaysia raises concerns over continual changes on sustainable palm oil Malaysia raises concerns over continual changes on sustainable palm oil](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/61612691103_TBPalmOilWorker.jpg)
Malaysia raises concerns over continual changes on sustainable palm oil
Malaysia is worried that benchmark standards keep on changing and are difficult to comply with, especially for smallholders.
Tue May 17 2022
![IDEAS and CME: Where did the policy debate go? IDEAS and CME: Where did the policy debate go?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/61651071698_KWSP.jpg)
IDEAS and CME: Where did the policy debate go?
IDEAS and CME express concerns over the limited debate surrounding issues of political economy and the long-term consequences of implemented policies.
Wed Apr 27 2022
![Penthouses in North Korea are mainly for the unfortunate few Penthouses in North Korea are mainly for the unfortunate few](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/71650008972_northkorea.jpg)
Penthouses in North Korea are mainly for the unfortunate few
Few of North Korea's rich drawn to live in penthouses. Concerns over power and water supply keep them away.
Fri Apr 15 2022