![Engagement between Muslims, others vital to avoid Islamophobia - PM Engagement between Muslims, others vital to avoid Islamophobia - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61722230788_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Engagement between Muslims, others vital to avoid Islamophobia - PM
Engagement between Muslims and others is necessary for fostering mutual understanding and avoiding the misunderstandings.
Mon Jul 29 2024
Consider This: Carbon Capture & Storage (Part 2) — Visionary or Risky?
Recently, Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli revealed plans to make Terengganu, Pahang, Sabah, and Sarawak leaders in Carbon Capture and Utilisation Storage (CCUS), using old oil wells and terminal facilities for carbon storage. The announcement has sparked a heated debate — supporters see it as a necessary step towards reducing Malaysia’s carbon emissions, while critics argue CCUS enables greenwashing as producers can claim to be engaging in climate measures without reducing production. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Gary Theseira, Director and council member of Climate Governance Malaysia, which is the country chapter of the World Economic Forum's initiative on climate governance.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Consider This: Carbon Capture & Storage (Part 1) — Visionary or Risky?
Recently, Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli revealed plans to make Terengganu, Pahang, Sabah, and Sarawak leaders in Carbon Capture and Utilisation Storage (CCUS), using old oil wells and terminal facilities for carbon storage. The announcement has sparked a heated debate — supporters see it as a necessary step towards reducing Malaysia’s carbon emissions, while critics argue CCUS enables greenwashing as producers can claim to be engaging in climate measures without reducing production. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Meena Raman, President of Sahabat Alam Malaysia.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Consider This: Animal Abuse (Part 1) — Legal & Social Solutions
Despite the Animal Welfare Act, cases of cruelty to animals persist— raising questions about the effectiveness of current laws and enforcement. What changes are necessary to plug the gaps in taking action against those who perpetrate cruelty to animals? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to independent animal rescuer Shima Aris.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Consider This: Animal Abuse (Part 2) — Legal & Social Solutions
Despite the Animal Welfare Act, cases of cruelty to animals persist— raising questions about the effectiveness of current laws and enforcement. What changes are necessary to plug the gaps in taking action against those who perpetrate cruelty to animals? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Christine Chin, Chairperson of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Selangor.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Consider This: Animal Abuse (Part 3) — Legal & Social Solutions
Despite the Animal Welfare Act, cases of cruelty to animals persist— raising questions about the effectiveness of current laws and enforcement. What changes are necessary to plug the gaps in taking action against those who perpetrate cruelty to animals? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to animal rights lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan.
Wed Jul 24 2024
![[OPINION] Upholding the best interest of the child in the justice system [OPINION] Upholding the best interest of the child in the justice system](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41720515130_Childjusticesyste.jpg)
[OPINION] Upholding the best interest of the child in the justice system
Special measures are necessary to help children testify, reducing the trauma associated with court appearances, says UNICEF.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![Parties mentioned in casino news report must take necessary action - PM Parties mentioned in casino news report must take necessary action - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51714123724_PMjpg.jpg)
Parties mentioned in casino news report must take necessary action - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim suggested all parties mentioned in recent report by a foreign news agency, to take necessary action against them.
Fri Apr 26 2024
![EU Commission President calls on Israel, Iran to refrain from escalation EU Commission President calls on Israel, Iran to refrain from escalation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81713515948_Europeanjpg.jpg)
EU Commission President calls on Israel, Iran to refrain from escalation
It is absolutely necessary that the region remains stable and that all sides restrain from further action, said Ursula von der Leyen.
Fri Apr 19 2024
![Current update on the situation in the Middle East Current update on the situation in the Middle East](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/81644847788_FBREAKWISMAPUTRA.jpg)
Current update on the situation in the Middle East
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, at this point, the evacuation of Malaysians, including students may not be necessary.
Wed Apr 17 2024
![Caution and consultations necessary before Malaysia resumes free trade talks with Korea Caution and consultations necessary before Malaysia resumes free trade talks with Korea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/61642054578_TBAzminAli.jpg)
Caution and consultations necessary before Malaysia resumes free trade talks with Korea
Mohamed Azmin reminds that caution and consultations are necessary before Malaysia resumes free trade agreement with South Korea.
Tue Mar 26 2024
![Draft of online safety bill being fine-tuned - Teo Draft of online safety bill being fine-tuned - Teo](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/51700549250_TBTeoNieChing.jpg)
Draft of online safety bill being fine-tuned - Teo
Teo Nie Ching said the measure was deemed necessary due to prevalence of harmful content on social media and Internet messaging platforms.
Tue Mar 19 2024
![Norway King needs permanent pacemaker Norway King needs permanent pacemaker](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51709384772_KingHaraldNorway.jpg)
Norway King needs permanent pacemaker
King Harald V is said to be recovering from the infection, but his heart rate remains low, so a permanent pacemaker is therefore necessary.
Tue Mar 05 2024
![US vows 'all necessary actions' after drone strike, Qatar fears impact on Gaza hostage talks US vows 'all necessary actions' after drone strike, Qatar fears impact on Gaza hostage talks](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/51676090392_JohnKirby.jpg)
US vows 'all necessary actions' after drone strike, Qatar fears impact on Gaza hostage talks
John Kirby said the United States did not want a wider war with Iran or in the region, "but we got to do what we have to do."
Tue Jan 30 2024
![Govt does not interfere in investigations involving ‘Tun’ title holders - Fahmi Govt does not interfere in investigations involving ‘Tun’ title holders - Fahmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/51705980522_TBFahmiFadzilj.jpg)
Govt does not interfere in investigations involving ‘Tun’ title holders - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said that the govt allows the MACC to conduct any investigations it deems necessary and to take any actions based on the law.
Tue Jan 23 2024