![How blended finance initiatives can align capital behind climate action How blended finance initiatives can align capital behind climate action](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720070270_tbFinance.jpg)
How blended finance initiatives can align capital behind climate action
Blended finance faces challenges due to intricate negotiations, high transaction costs, and diverse reporting requirements.
Fri Jul 05 2024
![FACTBOX - Which countries can Chinese passport holders visit without a visa? FACTBOX - Which countries can Chinese passport holders visit without a visa?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/51468076570_PassportGeneric.jpg)
FACTBOX - Which countries can Chinese passport holders visit without a visa?
China will waive visa requirements for citizens from some countries including Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore for 30 days.
Thu Feb 01 2024
![Aviation industry to see robust growth in 2024 - Loke Aviation industry to see robust growth in 2024 - Loke](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/71704437425_AnthonyLoke.jpg)
Aviation industry to see robust growth in 2024 - Loke
This is due to the government's steps, especially in relaxing visa requirements for Chinese and Indian tourists, said Anthony Loke.
Fri Jan 05 2024
![Thailand to permanently waive visas for Chinese nationals Thailand to permanently waive visas for Chinese nationals](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/61695050424_TBsretthathavisin.jpg)
Thailand to permanently waive visas for Chinese nationals
Thailand will permanently waive visa requirements for Chinese citizens starting March 1, said Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
Tue Jan 02 2024
![Five telcos sign SSAs with DNB, each to pay RM233 mln for 14 pct stake Five telcos sign SSAs with DNB, each to pay RM233 mln for 14 pct stake](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/71701430737_TBFAHMIGjpg.jpg)
Five telcos sign SSAs with DNB, each to pay RM233 mln for 14 pct stake
The signing of the SSAs will see each MNO injecting approximately RM233 million, which will be utilised to meet DNB's funding requirements.
Fri Dec 01 2023
![Pakistan's top court accepts Imran Khan's plea for bail Pakistan's top court accepts Imran Khan's plea for bail](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/71684539647_ImranKhan.jpg)
Pakistan's top court accepts Imran Khan's plea for bail
The court found the trial did not meet legal requirements, meaning the prosecution would have to restart the case.
Wed Nov 22 2023
![Thousands of New Zealanders use pathway to apply for Australian citizenship Thousands of New Zealanders use pathway to apply for Australian citizenship](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-08/61567183438_VisaAustralia.jpg)
Thousands of New Zealanders use pathway to apply for Australian citizenship
New Zealanders meeting some eligibility requirements can become citizens without first becoming permanent residents in Australia.
Mon Aug 14 2023
![Sri Lanka parliament passes anti-corruption bill without vote - speaker Sri Lanka parliament passes anti-corruption bill without vote - speaker](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/71649089463_SriLanka.jpg)
Sri Lanka parliament passes anti-corruption bill without vote - speaker
The legislation was passed without a vote in the 225-member parliament as part of requirements linked to a $2.9 billion bailout from IMF.
Wed Jul 19 2023
![Alleged corruption at KLIA: MACC records statements from three individuals, including VIP Alleged corruption at KLIA: MACC records statements from three individuals, including VIP](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/61684477527_MACC.jpg)
Alleged corruption at KLIA: MACC records statements from three individuals, including VIP
According to a source, the MACC had identified an individual suspected of being the middleman in 'solving' the case involving a foreign tourist who allegedly failed to comply with entry requirements.
Tue Jul 04 2023
![Employers must not ignore labour requirements despite relaxation plan Employers must not ignore labour requirements despite relaxation plan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/61674138994_Sivakumar.jpg)
Employers must not ignore labour requirements despite relaxation plan
Employers should not ignore aspects related to labour standards even though relaxations are granted under the Foreign Worker Employment Relaxation Plan.
Thu Jan 19 2023
![Tennis - Djokovic set to miss US events amid tightened vaccination requirements Tennis - Djokovic set to miss US events amid tightened vaccination requirements](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/51625098511_TBNovakDjokovic.jpg)
Tennis - Djokovic set to miss US events amid tightened vaccination requirements
United States authorities said non-nationals will need to have taken their shots against COVID to enter the country.
Thu Jan 05 2023
![Malaysia should continue engaging with EU on deforestation-free products regulation - MPOC Malaysia should continue engaging with EU on deforestation-free products regulation - MPOC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/81654181170_PalmOil.jpg)
Malaysia should continue engaging with EU on deforestation-free products regulation - MPOC
Reliance on the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil means compliance with the due diligence requirements, Wan Aishah said.
Wed Dec 07 2022
![China reports 28,062 new COVID cases for Dec 5 vs 30,014 a day earlier China reports 28,062 new COVID cases for Dec 5 vs 30,014 a day earlier](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/51670292351_CHINA.jpg)
China reports 28,062 new COVID cases for Dec 5 vs 30,014 a day earlier
Overall cases have dropped as cities across the country ease restrictions and COVID testing requirements.
Tue Dec 06 2022
![IPTs need to align study programmes with market demand - Tengku Permaisuri Selangor IPTs need to align study programmes with market demand - Tengku Permaisuri Selangor](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/81669451129_PermaisuriNorashiki.jpg)
IPTs need to align study programmes with market demand - Tengku Permaisuri Selangor
Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor today called on IPTs to ensure that their study programmes align with the job market's requirements.
Sat Nov 26 2022
![Letter was for negotiations, not approval of project - Tengku Zafrul Letter was for negotiations, not approval of project - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/71668370241_TengkuZafrul.jpg)
Letter was for negotiations, not approval of project - Tengku Zafrul
KASA will need to discuss the requirements and conduct an assessment as it involves financial and technical capacities, Tengku Zafrul said.
Thu Nov 17 2022