Consider This: Bornean Elephants (Part 1) — Endangered and Displaced
The Bornean elephant has recently been classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species. What needs to be done now to ensure the survival of Borneo’s elephant population? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to conservation biologist Dr Nurzhafarina Othman, Senior lecturer at Universiti Malaysia Sabah. She’s an expert on the Bornean Elephant, and also the founder of Project Seratu Aatai, which is a collective in Sabah that aims to promote coexistence between elephants and humans through research and education.
Mon Jul 15 2024
![Malaysia, China affirm mutual support for sovereignty, security & territorial integrity Malaysia, China affirm mutual support for sovereignty, security & territorial integrity](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61718876162_tbMalaysiaChina.jpg)
Malaysia, China affirm mutual support for sovereignty, security & territorial integrity
Malaysia and China will continue to promote the high-quality implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership agreement.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![KUSKOP eyes RM30 mln investments via franchise business mission to Jakarta KUSKOP eyes RM30 mln investments via franchise business mission to Jakarta](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/61633088892_MEDAC.jpg)
KUSKOP eyes RM30 mln investments via franchise business mission to Jakarta
According to KUSKOP, the mission aims to promote Malaysia's local franchise brands and penetrate further the large market in Indonesia.
Mon Jun 10 2024
![China keen on mutual permanent visa-free policy with Malaysia China keen on mutual permanent visa-free policy with Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/51701866735_TBVisa.jpg)
China keen on mutual permanent visa-free policy with Malaysia
The introduction of reciprocal visa waivers between China and Malaysia has helped to promote tourism and people-to-people exchanges.
Thu Mar 07 2024
![MPOC to promote palm oil products at Culinary Olympics 2024 MPOC to promote palm oil products at Culinary Olympics 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41706071558_TBladangsawit.jpg)
MPOC to promote palm oil products at Culinary Olympics 2024
The national Malaysian team comprised 16 exceptionally skilled chefs, overseen by the Professional Culinaire Association of Malaysia.
Wed Jan 24 2024
![PM Anwar wants more efforts taken to promote Malaysian goods PM Anwar wants more efforts taken to promote Malaysian goods](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/71702552482_TBAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM Anwar wants more efforts taken to promote Malaysian goods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim advised Malaysian goods producers to continue improving the quality of products to compete with foreign companies.
Thu Dec 14 2023
![LPPKN provides 1,000 free contraceptive quotas for B40 women LPPKN provides 1,000 free contraceptive quotas for B40 women](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/81639127742_RohaniAbdulKarim.jpg)
LPPKN provides 1,000 free contraceptive quotas for B40 women
This is provided for eligible women from the B40 and high-risk groups in an effort to promote family planning practices in the country.
Tue Sep 26 2023
![AIAC and SOAS University of London sign MoU to promote best practice in arbitration AIAC and SOAS University of London sign MoU to promote best practice in arbitration](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/51695344568_AIAC.jpg)
AIAC and SOAS University of London sign MoU to promote best practice in arbitration
The MOU will see the Asian International Arbitration Centre and SOAS University of London, Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Centre promote best practice in alternative dispute techniques.
Fri Sep 22 2023
![KBS introduces Rahmah Sports Sale to promote healthy lifestyle KBS introduces Rahmah Sports Sale to promote healthy lifestyle](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/41694681505_HannahYeoh.jpg)
KBS introduces Rahmah Sports Sale to promote healthy lifestyle
KBS has introduced the Rahmah Sports Sale 2023 initiative to be held from Sept 16-Oct 15.
Thu Sep 14 2023
![Chinese county offers 'cash reward' for couples if bride is aged 25 or younger Chinese county offers 'cash reward' for couples if bride is aged 25 or younger](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-10/61508926718_KahwinMuda.jpg)
Chinese county offers 'cash reward' for couples if bride is aged 25 or younger
A notice said the reward was to promote "age-appropriate marriage and childbearing" for first marriages.
Fri Sep 01 2023
![SC sees rapid increase in scam complaints since pandemic SC sees rapid increase in scam complaints since pandemic](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/51684736630_SuruhanjayaSekuriti.jpg)
SC sees rapid increase in scam complaints since pandemic
Jawahar Ali Ameer Ali said perpetrators use sponsored FB ads, fake websites and create Telegram groups to promote investment packages.
Wed Aug 23 2023
![Call for community involvement to promote sustainable, active aging process in Malaysia Call for community involvement to promote sustainable, active aging process in Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/71691417114_AzalinaOthmanSaid.jpg)
Call for community involvement to promote sustainable, active aging process in Malaysia
The symposium offers a platform for delegates to gain new insights and innovative strategies to encourage seniors to lead active lifestyles.
Fri Aug 11 2023
![President Marcos vows to promote Filipinos' welfare in Malaysia President Marcos vows to promote Filipinos' welfare in Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/81690345325_FerdinandRMarcosJ.jpg)
President Marcos vows to promote Filipinos' welfare in Malaysia
There are nearly a million Filipinos in Malaysia, mostly overseas OFWs, according to the figures released by the Philippine Embassy in KL.
Wed Jul 26 2023
![Zambry suggests digital resilience initiative to prevent, counter violent extremism in digital realm Zambry suggests digital resilience initiative to prevent, counter violent extremism in digital realm](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/41681902216_ZambryAbdulKadir.jpg)
Zambry suggests digital resilience initiative to prevent, counter violent extremism in digital realm
Datuk Seri Dr Zambry said DRI involved efforts to promote digital literacy as a core competency including via the education system.
Tue Jun 13 2023
![North Korean youth group donates rocket launchers to military - Media North Korean youth group donates rocket launchers to military - Media](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/71686110746_tbkim.jpg)
North Korean youth group donates rocket launchers to military - Media
The Korean Children's Union, a political youth group set up to promote the North's political ideology including "Juche", or self reliance.
Wed Jun 07 2023