![MADANI govt remains resolute despite facing criticism for unpopular decisions - PM MADANI govt remains resolute despite facing criticism for unpopular decisions - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71719887535_AnwarIbrahimMajli.jpg)
MADANI govt remains resolute despite facing criticism for unpopular decisions - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said it was crucial to strengthen the economy as revenue was wasted and subsidies weren't reaching target groups.
Tue Jul 02 2024
![Diesel subsidy not abolished, gov't still bears RM7 bln in subsidies - PM Diesel subsidy not abolished, gov't still bears RM7 bln in subsidies - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718346031_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Diesel subsidy not abolished, gov't still bears RM7 bln in subsidies - PM
Diesel subsidy rationalisation ensures efficient management to prevent misuse and reach the appropriate groups.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![BUDI MADANI proves govt not washing its hands of people's lives BUDI MADANI proves govt not washing its hands of people's lives](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71718256733_diesel.jpg)
BUDI MADANI proves govt not washing its hands of people's lives
The govt introduced the BUDI MADANI initiative to ensure subsidy allocations target eligible groups and reduce the burden on those in need.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![Egypt, Qatar receive response from Hamas on Gaza ceasefire proposal Egypt, Qatar receive response from Hamas on Gaza ceasefire proposal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718172737_humanitarianpause.jpg)
Egypt, Qatar receive response from Hamas on Gaza ceasefire proposal
Egypt and Qatar received a response from the Palestinian groups Hamas and Islamic Jihad regarding a recent ceasefire and hostage swap proposal
Wed Jun 12 2024
Consider This: EC Appointments - Choosing Custodians of the Vote
The recent retirement of Election Commission chairperson, Tan Sri Abdul Ghani Salleh, has raised critical questions about his successor. This, coupled with the recent appointments of two EC members made without Parliamentary Select Committee consultation, have sparked calls from civil society groups for a complete overhaul of the appointment process. How crucial is transparency and independence in the selection of those who oversee our democratic processes? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Danesh Prakash Chacko, Director of Tindak Malaysia, and Ngeow Chow Ying, Convener of Projek SAMA.
Tue May 28 2024
![DPM Zahid wants PDRM to redouble monitoring, surveillance of terrorist activities DPM Zahid wants PDRM to redouble monitoring, surveillance of terrorist activities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61716803691_AhmadZahidHamidi.jpg)
DPM Zahid wants PDRM to redouble monitoring, surveillance of terrorist activities
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said there are terrorist groups using online video games to recruit young people to join their movement.
Mon May 27 2024
Consider This: Bersih Congress 2024 — Reviving Reform
The Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections (Bersih) will convene a national congress on Saturday 25th May, featuring civil society leaders, youth activists, and student groups, to deliberate on strategies to revitalise the reform agenda and agitate for real change. Can Bersih as a people’s movement still galvanise public pressure for democratic reforms? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Muhammad Faisal Abdul Aziz, Bersih Chairperson, and Aira Azhari, Bersih Committee Member and Senior Manager of Advocacy & Events at IDEAS Malaysia.
Fri May 24 2024
![Thai cannabis groups urge government to rethink plan to re-criminalise marijuana Thai cannabis groups urge government to rethink plan to re-criminalise marijuana](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/81705367366_ThaiCannabisClubO.jpg)
Thai cannabis groups urge government to rethink plan to re-criminalise marijuana
Pro-cannabis groups met Thai health minister and urged him to rethink the policy reversal.
Thu May 16 2024
![Iran's capacity to move oil reliant on Malaysian providers, US official says Iran's capacity to move oil reliant on Malaysian providers, US official says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61715075843_TBIRANOIL.jpg)
Iran's capacity to move oil reliant on Malaysian providers, US official says
The US Treasury is increasing its focus on financing for groups routed through Southeast Asia.
Tue May 07 2024
![Students erect pro-Palestinian encampments across major Canadian universities Students erect pro-Palestinian encampments across major Canadian universities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41714705196_Protestencampment.jpg)
Students erect pro-Palestinian encampments across major Canadian universities
Students erected pro-Palestinian camps across some of Canada's largest universities, demanding they divest from groups with ties to Israel.
Fri May 03 2024
![Pro-Palestinian encampments spring up on more US college campuses Pro-Palestinian encampments spring up on more US college campuses](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61713924816_protestjpg.jpg)
Pro-Palestinian encampments spring up on more US college campuses
The expanding protests include plans by a coalition of Jewish groups opposing Israel's actions to close the Brooklyn street.
Wed Apr 24 2024
![Rockets fired from Iraq towards US military base in Syria, security sources say Rockets fired from Iraq towards US military base in Syria, security sources say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51713755297_tbMohammedShiaalS.jpg)
Rockets fired from Iraq towards US military base in Syria, security sources say
The attack against US forces is the first since early February when Iranian-backed groups in Iraq stopped their attacks against US troops.
Mon Apr 22 2024
!['It's on Israel' to protect us in Gaza, say aid groups 'It's on Israel' to protect us in Gaza, say aid groups](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71712289986_TBGazaStripjpg.jpg)
'It's on Israel' to protect us in Gaza, say aid groups
The United Nations appeals for direct humanitarian coordination with the Israeli military.
Fri Apr 05 2024
![Tens of thousands rally against Netanyahu government in Jerusalem Tens of thousands rally against Netanyahu government in Jerusalem](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71711934515_TBJerusalemjpg.jpg)
Tens of thousands rally against Netanyahu government in Jerusalem
Protest groups organised the rally outside parliament, the Knesset, calling for a new election to replace the government.
Mon Apr 01 2024
![Haiti gang leader killed as transition council nears completion Haiti gang leader killed as transition council nears completion](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81711079647_gangs.jpg)
Haiti gang leader killed as transition council nears completion
Political groups appeared to get nearer to finalising a transition council set to take over from an absent government.
Fri Mar 22 2024