![UNICEF finds 90 pct of Gazan children lack food needed for proper growth UNICEF finds 90 pct of Gazan children lack food needed for proper growth](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/41694735263_UNICEFlogo.jpg)
UNICEF finds 90 pct of Gazan children lack food needed for proper growth
In the Gaza Strip, months of hostilities and restrictions on humanitarian aid have collapsed the food and health systems, UNICEF said.
Thu Jun 06 2024
![Vibrant semiconductor industry fortifies Malaysia's role as reliable regional partner - PM Vibrant semiconductor industry fortifies Malaysia's role as reliable regional partner - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716431628_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Vibrant semiconductor industry fortifies Malaysia's role as reliable regional partner - PM
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlights Malaysia's appeal amidst escalating tensions and trade restrictions in microchips.
Thu May 23 2024
![Chinese companies hit with US trade restrictions over spy balloon incident Chinese companies hit with US trade restrictions over spy balloon incident](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715313153_SpyBalloon.jpg)
Chinese companies hit with US trade restrictions over spy balloon incident
The Biden administration added 37 Chinese entities to a trade restriction list, including some for supporting the spy balloon that flew over the U.S. last year.
Fri May 10 2024
![TikTok CEO expects to defeat US restrictions: 'We aren't going anywhere' TikTok CEO expects to defeat US restrictions: 'We aren't going anywhere'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51714013273_TBShouZiChew.jpg)
TikTok CEO expects to defeat US restrictions: 'We aren't going anywhere'
Shou Zi Chew emphasizes that TikTok would continue to operate as the company challenges the restrictions.
Thu Apr 25 2024
![Batik Air to suspend operations to Istanbul effective May 1 Batik Air to suspend operations to Istanbul effective May 1](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/71673611986_BatikAirBoeing.jpg)
Batik Air to suspend operations to Istanbul effective May 1
According to Batik Air this decision comes in response to recent situation in Middle East, leading to the operational restrictions.
Fri Apr 19 2024
![Bollywood is playing a large supporting role in India’s elections Bollywood is playing a large supporting role in India’s elections](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-04/41555344539_Narendra.jpg)
Bollywood is playing a large supporting role in India’s elections
The Modi government openly supports films that promote the BJP ideology through providing tax breaks and removing regulatory restrictions.
Wed Apr 17 2024
![Israel still imposing 'unlawful' restrictions on Gaza aid, UN rights office says Israel still imposing 'unlawful' restrictions on Gaza aid, UN rights office says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71713268968_GazaStrip.jpg)
Israel still imposing 'unlawful' restrictions on Gaza aid, UN rights office says
Israel continues to impose unlawful restrictions on the entry and distribution of humanitarian assistance, said a spokesperson of UNHR.
Tue Apr 16 2024
![Turkey imposes export restrictions on Israel until Gaza ceasefire Turkey imposes export restrictions on Israel until Gaza ceasefire](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51712524621_KhanYounis.jpg)
Turkey imposes export restrictions on Israel until Gaza ceasefire
The measures would apply to the export of products from 54 different categories, including steel and jet fuel.
Tue Apr 09 2024
![In blunt remarks, US VP Harris calls out Israel over catastrophe in Gaza In blunt remarks, US VP Harris calls out Israel over catastrophe in Gaza](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/41709509266_KamalaHarris.jpg)
In blunt remarks, US VP Harris calls out Israel over "catastrophe" in Gaza
Kamala Harris said Israel must open new border crossings, not impose "unnecessary restrictions" on aid delivery.
Mon Mar 04 2024
![Check travel restriction status before travelling abroad - IRB Check travel restriction status before travelling abroad - IRB](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-04/51461058207_IncomeTax.jpg)
Check travel restriction status before travelling abroad - IRB
If taxpayers have tax arrears records and are subject to travel restrictions, they are requested to make a payment or contact IRB office.
Fri Feb 09 2024
![What do we know about China’s respiratory illness surge? What do we know about China’s respiratory illness surge?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/41701426568_TBCHINA.jpg)
What do we know about China’s respiratory illness surge?
The rise in respiratory illnesses comes as China braces for its first winter season since lifting COVID-19 restrictions December last year.
Sat Dec 02 2023
![AirAsia adds over 5 million seats for China, India and Malaysia flights in 2024 AirAsia adds over 5 million seats for China, India and Malaysia flights in 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/61701073548_AirAsia.jpg)
AirAsia adds over 5 million seats for China, India and Malaysia flights in 2024
The announcement also coincides with the recent announcement of the easing of travel restrictions for Malaysians to China, from Dec 1, 2023.
Mon Nov 27 2023
![China, world's top graphite producer, to curb exports of key battery material China, world's top graphite producer, to curb exports of key battery material](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61697796621_Graphitepowder.jpg)
China, world's top graphite producer, to curb exports of key battery material
Under the new restrictions, China will require as of Dec. 1 that exporters apply for permits to ship two types of graphite.
Fri Oct 20 2023
![No restrictions on importing fish from Japan - Mat Sabu No restrictions on importing fish from Japan - Mat Sabu](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/81696406553_matsabu.jpg)
No restrictions on importing fish from Japan - Mat Sabu
Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said MOH confirmed that fish products imported from Japan were safe for consumption.
Wed Oct 04 2023
![White rice export restrictions: Talks held with Indian gov't reps - Mohamad White rice export restrictions: Talks held with Indian gov't reps - Mohamad](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/51630739334_WhiteRice.jpg)
White rice export restrictions: Talks held with Indian gov't reps - Mohamad
The Indian PM Narendra Modi has sent representatives to discuss the issue on a government-to-government basis, said Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.
Fri Sep 29 2023