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Also among the highlights, UNICEF report on 12.3pct of teenagers in Klang Valley's PPR face mental health issues and suicidal tendencies.

The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.

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.

Datuk Mohamad Fauzi says the roundtable will share perspectives, experiences, and challenges on online service licensing in ASEAN.

Also in focus will be steps taken by Kuala Lumpur City Hall to mitigate and prevent flash floods in the city.

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlights Malaysia's key role within ASEAN, focusing on easing trade flows and reduce bureaucratic hurdles.

Anthony Albanese says Australia had not changed its position on any of the differences it has with Beijing.

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stresses the need to focus on rules to prevent data leaks and malicious exploitation.

The programme will focus on students of higher education institutions, public colleges, and school students from lower-income backgrounds.

The reasons behind FashionValet investment failure by Khazanah Nasional Bhd and Permodalan Nasional Bhd will be among the highlights.

Chan Soon Seng from Teach for Malaysia (TFM) says increased investment toward teacher training is essential, urging focus on high-quality, continuous professional development to enhance teacher quality.

APEC has been at the forefront of shaping regional economic integration and cooperation for over three decades. Amidst challenges like the global pandemic, shifting geopolitical landscapes, and economic transitions, APEC has played a pivotal role in driving collaboration among its 21 member economies. 

At the heart of these efforts over the past five years has been Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Rebecca Fatima Sta Maria, a trailblazing Malaysian leader, who has served as the Executive Director of the APEC Secretariat since 2019. 

Dr. Sta Maria’s leadership has not only steered the organization through turbulent global shifts but has also strengthened the focus on inclusion, digitalization, and sustainable growth within the APEC framework. As she enters the final year of her second term, this moment is especially significant in reflecting on her legacy and contributions.

Sustainable development consultancy Arup’s latest city competitiveness report ranks Kuala Lumpur in the overall ‘Aspiring’ category—ranking 63 cities against 37 future success indicators, with around a quarter focused on climate action. These indicators span four key assessment areas for city competitiveness: investor attractiveness, assets and infrastructure, liveability and lovability, and urban management and governance. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Murali Ram, Malaysia Lead for Arrup’s Cities & Advisory practice. He is the lead author of the book: Creating Future-Proof Cities: How to Navigate the Climate Crisis.

Malaysia is set to showcase its whole-of-nation commitment to global climate action and regional sustainability through Malaysia Pavilion.

Leaders from the Arab and Muslim world gather in Saudi Arabia to address escalating violence in Gaza and Lebanon, focusing on halting Israeli offensives, safeguarding civilians, and facilitating aid. Shafizan Johari reports from Riyadh.