![PM to announce important update on SSPA at 19th MAPPA this Friday PM to announce important update on SSPA at 19th MAPPA this Friday](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/71722512218_TBANWAR.jpg)
PM to announce important update on SSPA at 19th MAPPA this Friday
Datuk Dr Haniff Zainal Abidin said the 19th MAPPA serves as a platform for the Prime Minister to outline key government policies.
Tue Aug 13 2024
![Trump 2.0 would be a disaster for climate policy Trump 2.0 would be a disaster for climate policy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/41722597323_reelection.jpg)
Trump 2.0 would be a disaster for climate policy
The re-election of Donald Trump could potentially mean reverting to policies that prioritise economic gains over ecological sustainability.
Sun Aug 04 2024
AWANI Tonight: Digital Ministry to set up Data Commission
The Digital Ministry will introduce a Data Commission as early as the end of this year to ensure the nation has ample policies to protect data.
Mon Jul 29 2024
Consider This: Autism — Policies, Support Systems & Social Acceptance
Autism affects thousands of Malaysians, yet awareness and understanding of this condition remain limited. What challenges do people with autism face from childhood through adulthood, and what support systems are—and aren’t—in place? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Beatrice Leong, founder of the Autism Inclusiveness Direct Action Group (Aida) and Julian Wong, Chairperson of the National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM).
Mon Jul 29 2024
The Future is Female: HerLead - Creating Political Pathways for Women
In the most recent World Economic Forum's Gender Gap Index, Malaysia dropped 12 places—now ranking 114th out of 146 countries. Most concerning is our standing at 134th place for gender equality in political empowerment, placing us just 12 spots from the very bottom.What initiatives and policies can pave the way for greater female political representation in Malaysia? On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to YB Teo Nie Ching, Deputy Minister of Communications and DAP Wanita Chief about the HerLead programme and its mission to elevate women's roles in politics.
Sun Jul 28 2024
![Iran holds presidential vote with limited choices Iran holds presidential vote with limited choices](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51719546377_street.jpg)
Iran holds presidential vote with limited choices
The election is unlikely to change the Islamic Republic's policies but could influence the succession to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Fri Jun 28 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Are Malaysian public universities risking their autonomy? [COLUMNIST] Are Malaysian public universities risking their autonomy?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71714036046_UniversitiMalaya.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Are Malaysian public universities risking their autonomy?
Universities, as the backbone of our education system, should be able to set their own policies regarding teaching loads based on their unique contexts and needs.
Wed Jun 26 2024
Consider This: Refugee Stereotypes — Origins of a Narrative
Where do our perceptions of refugees come from, and are they based in truth? How do these stereotypes influence refugee-related policies in Malaysia, and what steps can be taken to address negative stereotypes both in public discourse and at the policy level? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Melati Nungsari, Associate Professor of Economics at the Asia School of Business and Faculty Director at the ASEAN Research Center, and Rachel Decruz Senior Research Associate at the ASEAN Research Center, about their research on understanding refugee stereotypes. #WorldRefugeeDay
Fri Jun 21 2024
![Malaysia waives rules for ships working on undersea cables from June 1 Malaysia waives rules for ships working on undersea cables from June 1](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/81672388561_TBPORTLABUAN.jpg)
Malaysia waives rules for ships working on undersea cables from June 1
Cabotage policies regulate shipping or trade activities in a country's waters or airspace.
Thu May 30 2024
![ANALYSIS - With wary eye, China courts Indonesia's incoming leader Prabowo ANALYSIS - With wary eye, China courts Indonesia's incoming leader Prabowo](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51712038733_XiJinpingjpg.jpg)
ANALYSIS - With wary eye, China courts Indonesia's incoming leader Prabowo
Analysts say China is courting president-elect and current defence minister Prabowo to ensure continuation of Joko Widodo's policies.
Wed Apr 03 2024
![Philippines to boost diplomacy and defence capability as South China Sea 'countermeasures' Philippines to boost diplomacy and defence capability as South China Sea 'countermeasures'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/81684149936_Philippines.jpg)
Philippines to boost diplomacy and defence capability as South China Sea 'countermeasures'
China says regardless of what policies the Philippines rolls out, none would affect China's maritime rights of sovereignty claims.
Mon Apr 01 2024
![PM's stand on Gaza draws support from prominent global figures PM's stand on Gaza draws support from prominent global figures](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/71710488105_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM's stand on Gaza draws support from prominent global figures
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Israel's decades-long policies against Palestinians and its atrocities were root cause of ongoing conflict.
Fri Mar 15 2024
![Palm oil deserves fair treatment, Anwar tells Germany Palm oil deserves fair treatment, Anwar tells Germany](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51710368670_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Palm oil deserves fair treatment, Anwar tells Germany
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed Malaysia's concern that EU policies on climate change, may serve as a form of non-tariff trade measure.
Thu Mar 14 2024
![Govt remains consistent in protecting women's rights - PM Govt remains consistent in protecting women's rights - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81709892029_hariwatnita.jpg)
Govt remains consistent in protecting women's rights - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the govt would ensure relevant policies are drawn up to ensure women's rights continue to be upheld.
Fri Mar 08 2024
![Communications ministry developing Strategic Framework 2024-2025 - Fahmi Communications ministry developing Strategic Framework 2024-2025 - Fahmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/41707218797_FahmiFadzil.jpg)
Communications ministry developing Strategic Framework 2024-2025 - Fahmi
Among the thrusts are enhancing telecommunications infrastructure and quality accessibility, strengthening telecommunications policies.
Tue Feb 06 2024