![[OPINION] The role of accreditation in the registration of medical practitioners [OPINION] The role of accreditation in the registration of medical practitioners](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-03/41584495132_COVID.jpg)
[OPINION] The role of accreditation in the registration of medical practitioners
The latest amendments to the Medical Act appear to concentrate powers of recognising providers and programmes as well as qualifications in the MMC without statutory oversight as in the case of GMC.
Mon Jul 22 2024
![Top UN court to deliver opinion on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories Top UN court to deliver opinion on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41715923183_TBICJjpg.jpg)
Top UN court to deliver opinion on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories
Although ICJ advisory opinions hold weight in international law, declaring the occupation illegal could reduce support for Israel.
Fri Jul 19 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
![UK's Conservatives say Labour rivals heading for record-breaking election win UK's Conservatives say Labour rivals heading for record-breaking election win](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/41594602623_UKBigBen.jpg)
UK's Conservatives say Labour rivals heading for record-breaking election win
Opinion polls show the centre-left Labour Party is set for a big win in Thursday's vote that would end 14 years of Conservative government.
Wed Jul 03 2024
Consider This: Economic Sentiment - Growth or Gloom?
A recent survey by market research agency, Ipsos, revealed that two-thirds (68%) of Malaysians believe the economy is in a recession, despite official reports of 3.7% economic growth last year. Why is there such a stark contrast between consumer sentiment and economic data? And how do we reconcile the lived experiences of Malaysians with these seemingly positive economic indicators? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Dr Ong Kian Ming, Pro Vice-Chancellor of External Engagement for Taylor's University, and Ibrahim ‘Ben’ Suffian, Co-founder & Programmes Director of Merdeka Center for Opinion Research.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![[OPINION] The urgent need for food safety education in schools [OPINION] The urgent need for food safety education in schools](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718771980_KantinSekolah.jpg)
[OPINION] The urgent need for food safety education in schools
Failure to adhere to food safety regulations has led to an increase in reported food poisoning cases in Malaysia.
Wed Jun 19 2024
![[OPINION] Malaysia's sustainable energy agenda [OPINION] Malaysia's sustainable energy agenda](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/71614850402_sarawakenergy.jpg)
[OPINION] Malaysia's sustainable energy agenda
Amidst the global urgency to tackle climate change, energy transition has emerged as a critical priority for nations worldwide.
Thu May 30 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Mapping the literacy of bilingual children, home where it all begins [COLUMNIST] Mapping the literacy of bilingual children, home where it all begins](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81716024230_DualLanguageProgra.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Mapping the literacy of bilingual children, home where it all begins
Bilingual children are open to a wider opportunity to connect to vast information, opinions, and cultural insights ahead of their first language.
Sat May 18 2024
![India's election enters fourth phase as rhetoric over religion, inequality sharpens India's election enters fourth phase as rhetoric over religion, inequality sharpens](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41715595791_tbBondatribe.jpg)
India's election enters fourth phase as rhetoric over religion, inequality sharpens
Analysts have raised doubts over whether the ruling party BJP and its allies can win the landslide predicted by opinion polls.
Mon May 13 2024
![[OPINION] We need to restart the economic growth engine - but this time, it must work for all [OPINION] We need to restart the economic growth engine - but this time, it must work for all](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71714361693_tbWEFRiyadh.jpg)
[OPINION] We need to restart the economic growth engine - but this time, it must work for all
We are living through arguably one of the most complicated, unpredictable geopolitical and geoeconomic environments in decades.
Mon Apr 29 2024
![[OPINION] Malaysia needs to be proactive in dealing with emerging cyber threats in the maritime domain [OPINION] Malaysia needs to be proactive in dealing with emerging cyber threats in the maritime domain](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/51633955407_Tanjongpelepas.jpg)
[OPINION] Malaysia needs to be proactive in dealing with emerging cyber threats in the maritime domain
The global supply chain is heavily reliant on maritime transportation with more than 90% of world trade carried out by shipping industry.
Mon Apr 29 2024
![King advises political leaders to avoid extremism in giving opinions on religious, racial issues King advises political leaders to avoid extremism in giving opinions on religious, racial issues](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61712658366_agong.jpg)
King advises political leaders to avoid extremism in giving opinions on religious, racial issues
His Majesty said recent events should serve as a wake-up call for all parties on their responsibility to maintain unity of the nation.
Tue Apr 09 2024
![Indonesia counts votes in presidential race amid calls for clean election Indonesia counts votes in presidential race amid calls for clean election](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/81707896124_pemilu.jpg)
Indonesia counts votes in presidential race amid calls for clean election
Vote counting is underway as polls close. Opinion surveys showed commanding lead for Prabowo in 3-way race.
Wed Feb 14 2024
![Indonesia survey projects presidential hopeful Prabowo gaining majority votes Indonesia survey projects presidential hopeful Prabowo gaining majority votes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/71707454469_TBPresidentialcan.jpg)
Indonesia survey projects presidential hopeful Prabowo gaining majority votes
Prabowo Subianto is projected to pip the 50% threshold needed to win the Feb. 14 election in a single round in the latest opinion poll.
Fri Feb 09 2024
![Yes, Trump can win the 2024 election. Here are four reasons why Yes, Trump can win the 2024 election. Here are four reasons why](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/51690948008_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Yes, Trump can win the 2024 election. Here are four reasons why
Donald Trump leads his rivals for the Republican presidential nomination by nearly 50 percentage points in national opinion polls.
Sat Dec 16 2023