![Why financial inclusion is the key to a thriving digital economy Why financial inclusion is the key to a thriving digital economy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81722340937_unbanked.jpg)
Why financial inclusion is the key to a thriving digital economy
1.4 billion people lack access to financial resources, highlighting a significant gap in financial inclusion in developing economies.
Sat Aug 03 2024
![No significant increase in missing person reports since 2020 - Home Minister No significant increase in missing person reports since 2020 - Home Minister](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720509956_SaifuddinNasutionI.jpg)
No significant increase in missing person reports since 2020 - Home Minister
Reports on missing persons have been on a static trend, recording about 900 cases every year since 2020.
Tue Jul 23 2024
![[COLUMNIST]: First look at Malaysia's Third-Party Funding Bill [COLUMNIST]: First look at Malaysia's Third-Party Funding Bill](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41721310981_MalaysiaParliament.jpg)
[COLUMNIST]: First look at Malaysia's Third-Party Funding Bill
Third-party funding offers significant benefits, particularly in terms of access to justice, says UiTM Law Lecturer Mu'iz Razak.
Thu Jul 18 2024
![MOE open to using retired teachers to teach English - Fadhlina MOE open to using retired teachers to teach English - Fadhlina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61721119129_FadhlinaSidek.jpg)
MOE open to using retired teachers to teach English - Fadhlina
Minister Fadhlina Sidek said retired teachers have significantly contributed to the MOE's efforts to enhance English teaching and learning.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![Malaysia's fertility landscape experiences significant changes - DOSM Malaysia's fertility landscape experiences significant changes - DOSM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/71690790070_GenericBaby.jpg)
Malaysia's fertility landscape experiences significant changes - DOSM
Malaysia's fertility landscape has undergone significant changes with a decline of 4.9 children in 1970 to 1.6 children in 2022.
Fri Jul 12 2024
Consider This: Drug Law Reform — Rehab Law Flawed
The Government has recently deferred the amendments to the Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) Bill to the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health and Security after the first reading of the Bill received significant opposition from those who argue that the bill, as it stands, lacks crucial medical oversight in the rehabilitation process. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Sangeeth Kaur, Co-Chair, Expert Advisory Group, Drug Treatment & Rehab (East & SEA) United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and Dr Azizan Abdul Aziz, President of the Malaysian Medical Association
Fri Jul 12 2024
Consider This: Law Reform (Part 2) - When Children Take the Stand
While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Karen Lai, Programme Director at the Women’s Centre for Change (WCC) Penang.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Consider This: Law Reform (Part 1) - When Children Take the Stand
While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Sharmila Sekaran, Chairperson of Voice of the Children.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![NATO will need 35-50 extra brigades under new defence plans, source says NATO will need 35-50 extra brigades under new defence plans, source says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81720422078_NATO.jpg)
NATO will need 35-50 extra brigades under new defence plans, source says
A brigade consists of between 3,000 and 7,000 troops, so generating 35 to 50 more such units would present a significant challenge.
Mon Jul 08 2024
![Sg Bakap polls: Indian votes can be deciding factor, support for Unity Govt remains strong Sg Bakap polls: Indian votes can be deciding factor, support for Unity Govt remains strong](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715775357_TBrafizijpg.jpg)
Sg Bakap polls: Indian votes can be deciding factor, support for Unity Govt remains strong
Rafizi Ramli noted that the number of Indian voters in the Sungai Bakap state assembly is significantly larger than in other constituencies.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![Ringgit weakness significantly impacts Malaysia's IMD competitiveness ranking - Tengku Zafrul Ringgit weakness significantly impacts Malaysia's IMD competitiveness ranking - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51718858816_Zafrul.jpg)
Ringgit weakness significantly impacts Malaysia's IMD competitiveness ranking - Tengku Zafrul
Drop in rank from 27th to 34th in 2024 due to using outdated 2023 data to assess national competitiveness, ministry study finds.
Fri Jun 21 2024
![Malaysia eyes BRICS membership to amplify global voice - Mohamad Malaysia eyes BRICS membership to amplify global voice - Mohamad](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61698398351_MohamadHasan.jpg)
Malaysia eyes BRICS membership to amplify global voice - Mohamad
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said Msia's influence will grow significantly as part of this economic bloc compared to operating independently.
Tue Jun 18 2024
![Hamas proposed amendments to Gaza ceasefire plan 'not significant' - senior leader Hamas proposed amendments to Gaza ceasefire plan 'not significant' - senior leader](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81717149476_Israelistrike.jpg)
Hamas proposed amendments to Gaza ceasefire plan 'not significant' - senior leader
Hamas demands it select a list of 100 Palestinians with long term sentences to be released from Israeli jails, said the senior Hamas leader.
Thu Jun 13 2024
![NIMP 2030 offers significant opportunities for banks, capital market - Tengku Zafrul NIMP 2030 offers significant opportunities for banks, capital market - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716980836_Zafrul.jpg)
NIMP 2030 offers significant opportunities for banks, capital market - Tengku Zafrul
NIMP which requires RM95 billion worth of investment over the next seven years offers new opportunities for banks and the capital market.
Thu Jun 13 2024
![Najib held significant authority in SRC, I wouldn't refuse his directives - Former SRC director Najib held significant authority in SRC, I wouldn't refuse his directives - Former SRC director](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/71649162287_IsmeeIsmail.jpg)
Najib held significant authority in SRC, "I wouldn't refuse his directives" - Former SRC director
Tan Sri Ismee Ismail said he believed Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak was trying to do something best for the country and the company.
Mon Jun 10 2024