Malaysia urges appointment of UN Special Envoy to tackle Islamophobia, calls for global tolerance
Malaysia has urged the United Nations to appoint a Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia, calling for immediate global action against the growing wave of hate speech and violence targeting minorities
Sat Sep 28 2024
Malaysia calls to limit UNSC veto, demands Palestine resolution implementation
Malaysia has made a strong appeal to limit the use of veto power in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Thu Sep 26 2024
Consider This: Government-Opposition MoU (Part 2) — Can Political Stability Still Be Negotiated?
In an effort to ensure sustainable political peace till the end of 2027, the Madani government has floated a Memorandum of Understanding with the Opposition. The proposed MoU offers Constituency Development Funds to Opposition MPs — on the condition that they refrain from engaging in race, religion, and royalty (3R) issues. Perikatan Nasional, however, has flatly rejected the terms, and the offer seems to have only led to more division rather than unity. Is inter-coalition cooperation for political stability still on the table? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to political scientist Professor Wong Chin Huat, Deputy Head of Strategy for the Asia Headquarters of the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network at Sunway University.
Mon Sep 23 2024
AWANI Tonight: Over 620,000 Palestinians deprived of right to education - UN
The United Nations (UN) warned that some 625,000 Palestinian students have been left with no access to education as Israel continues its attacks in Gaza.
Mon Sep 09 2024
Top UN court says Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories is illegal
The United Nations' highest court said on Friday that Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories and settlements there are illegal.
Fri Jul 19 2024
Gaza aid deliveries drop by two-thirds since Israel's move into Rafah, UN says
The United Nations has long said at least 500 trucks a day of aid and commercial goods need to enter Gaza.
Thu May 30 2024
Norway, along with Ireland and Spain, to recognise Palestinian state
Before the announcement, some 143 out of 193 member-states of the United Nations recognised a Palestinian state.
Wed May 22 2024
UN to vote on resolution demanding recognition of Palestine as full member state
The United Nations General Assembly is set to vote tomorrow on a resolution demanding the recognition of Palestine as a full member state.
Thu May 09 2024
Malaysia expresses deep concern over the failure of the United Nations security council to admit Palestine as a full member of the UN
Malaysia remains committed to the Palestinian cause and will continue efforts towards establishment of an independent and sovereign State.
Fri Apr 19 2024
'It's on Israel' to protect us in Gaza, say aid groups
The United Nations appeals for direct humanitarian coordination with the Israeli military.
Fri Apr 05 2024
Analysis - Biden, Netanyahu on collision course after Gaza UN vote
US allows passage of a Gaza ceasefire resolution at the United Nations, drawing a sharp rebuke from the Israeli leader.
Tue Mar 26 2024
UN Security Council demands immediate ceasefire in Gaza
The United Nations Security Council on Monday demanded an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Mon Mar 25 2024
UN: Water fuelling conflict as 2.2 billion people lack clean drinking water
Increasing water scarcity can fuel conflicts around the world, the United Nations has warned.
Fri Mar 22 2024
Famine looms in Gaza: How will the world know it has arrived?
The United Nations has warned that widespread famine in the Gaza Strip is "almost inevitable" without action.
Sat Mar 09 2024
Haiti PM's return still murky as gang conflict worsens
The United Nations' immigration office said during the weekend that at least 15,000 people had been displaced due to violence.
Wed Mar 06 2024