AWANI Global: China-US | The new superpower tug-of-war in Southeast Asia
We delve into the reasons behind China’s growing influence among ASEAN nations and the factors driving this preference with Dr Victor Gao from the Center for China and Globalization (CCG).
Sun Jun 23 2024
![Two MACC officers, ex-personnel charged with gang robbery Two MACC officers, ex-personnel charged with gang robbery](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/71690377692_gaveltukulmahkam.jpg)
Two MACC officers, ex-personnel charged with gang robbery
The trio were accused of robbing various items including a Louis Vuitton bag and cash totalling RM952,690 from a businessman.
Wed Dec 13 2023
![China’s experts hope Malaysia can complete ECRL project faster China’s experts hope Malaysia can complete ECRL project faster](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-01/71548742106_ECRLLogo.jpg)
China’s experts hope Malaysia can complete ECRL project faster
Victor Gao said apart from an earlier completion, it was also possible for the ECRL train speed to be increased.
Fri Nov 17 2023
![Don't rule out that COVID leaked from lab: Chinese scientist Don't rule out that COVID leaked from lab: Chinese scientist](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-05/71621832015_wuhan.jpg)
Don't rule out that COVID leaked from lab: Chinese scientist
George Gao is in stark contrast to that of the Chinese govt which dismisses any suggestion the virus may have originated in a Wuhan lab.
Tue May 30 2023
![World should 'calm down' about China COVID variants - Chinese scientist World should 'calm down' about China COVID variants - Chinese scientist](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/81675912226_CHINA.jpg)
World should 'calm down' about China COVID variants - Chinese scientist
Findings published in the Lancet medical journal showed that no new variants had emerged in the initial weeks of China's recent outbreak.
Thu Feb 09 2023
![High demand for traditionally made kuih bakul during CNY High demand for traditionally made kuih bakul during CNY](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/71674014301_Kuihbakulkuihtr.jpg)
High demand for traditionally made kuih bakul during CNY
Kuih bakul or Nian Gao carries the symbol of luck and prosperity for the festival.
Wed Jan 18 2023
![Kuih bakul tradisional mendapat permintaan tinggi sempena Tahun Baharu Cina Kuih bakul tradisional mendapat permintaan tinggi sempena Tahun Baharu Cina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/71674014301_Kuihbakulkuihtr.jpg)
Kuih bakul tradisional mendapat permintaan tinggi sempena Tahun Baharu Cina
Sambutan Tahun Baharu Cina tidak lengkap tanpa kuih bakul atau 'Nian Gao'.
Wed Jan 18 2023
![China tennis star Peng denies that she made accusation of sexual assault China tennis star Peng denies that she made accusation of sexual assault](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/41639964601_PengShuai.jpg)
China tennis star Peng denies that she made accusation of sexual assault
Peng said the social media post she had made early last month had been misunderstood.
Mon Dec 20 2021
![Alpine skiing: Skiers concerned for Peng but will be at Beijing Olympics Alpine skiing: Skiers concerned for Peng but will be at Beijing Olympics](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/41638582461_ski.jpg)
Alpine skiing: Skiers concerned for Peng but will be at Beijing Olympics
They said the Peng situation had taken the joy away from the Feb. 4-20 Olympics while American skiers were tight-lipped.
Sat Dec 04 2021
![China chafes at exit of women's tennis body in solidarity with Peng China chafes at exit of women's tennis body in solidarity with Peng](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81637633378_pengshuai.jpg)
China chafes at exit of women's tennis body in solidarity with Peng
Wang Wenbin did not directly mention the WTA but pointedly said China "opposes the politicization of sports".
Fri Dec 03 2021
![#WhereisPengShuai: Totalitarianism, violence against women and an overdue Olympic boycott? #WhereisPengShuai: Totalitarianism, violence against women and an overdue Olympic boycott?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81637633378_pengshuai.jpg)
#WhereisPengShuai: Totalitarianism, violence against women and an overdue Olympic boycott?
The IOC is now "actively playing a role in the Chinese government's enforced disappearance, coercion and propaganda machinery".
Sun Nov 28 2021
![Where is Zhang Gaoli? Chinese politician accused by tennis star Peng keeps out of sight Where is Zhang Gaoli? Chinese politician accused by tennis star Peng keeps out of sight](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/41637807439_peng.jpg)
Where is Zhang Gaoli? Chinese politician accused by tennis star Peng keeps out of sight
If he admits to Peng's allegation, then Peng could become a symbol that China's feminist movement can rally around.
Thu Nov 25 2021
![Analysis: In Peng case, a glimpse into the machinery of Beijing's control Analysis: In Peng case, a glimpse into the machinery of Beijing's control](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81637633378_pengshuai.jpg)
Analysis: In Peng case, a glimpse into the machinery of Beijing's control
Peng Shuai's case has brought the realities of China's censorship and secrecy around its leadership to global attention.
Wed Nov 24 2021
![Tennis: WTA still trying to make 'direct contact' with Peng Tennis: WTA still trying to make 'direct contact' with Peng](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/61637370055_peng.jpg)
Tennis: WTA still trying to make 'direct contact' with Peng
Concern among the global tennis community and beyond has grown over Peng's safety and whereabouts since she accused former vice-premier Zhang Gaoli of coercing her into sex.
Sat Nov 20 2021
![Tennis - WTA threatens to pull out of tournaments in China over Peng Tennis - WTA threatens to pull out of tournaments in China over Peng](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/61637294058_BEIJING.jpg)
Tennis - WTA threatens to pull out of tournaments in China over Peng
WTA said it was prepared to pull its tournaments out of China if they were not satisfied with the response to her sexual assault allegation.
Fri Nov 19 2021