AWANI Tonight: EU to spend 3.5 bil Euros to protect ocean, environment
The European Union will spend 3.5 billion Euros to protect the ocean and promote sustainability through a series of initiatives this year, from fighting marine pollution to supporting sustainable fisheries.
Tue Apr 16 2024
MOSTI to launch Single Window Initiative to strengthen Malaysia's startup ecosystem
The government is committed to making the country a hub for startups.
Fri Apr 12 2024
Consider This: Tackling Hate (Part 2) — Pushing Back Against Extremist Narratives
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has warned of a significant rise in provocative content on social media related to hate speech and potentially inciting violence and extremism. Has the digital realm become a breeding ground for divisiveness and discord? And how can we stop the undercurrents of online hate from boiling over to real life? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Suyin Chia, Research Consultant at the Initiative to Promote Tolerance and Prevent Violence, INITIATE.my and Tawfik Ismail, former UMNO MP for Sungai Benut, Johor. He’s the eldest son of Malaysia's second Deputy Prime Minister, Tun Dr Ismail Abdul Rahman.
Wed Apr 03 2024
Govt to develop specific indicators to measure food security level - DPM Fadillah
The government agreed to develop indicators to measure the country's food security level, among other initiatives.
Tue Apr 02 2024
Driving sustainable industrial transformation
Explore how ABB, a global leader in electrification and automation, revolutionizes industries with its diverse portfolio of products and solutions. Learn about their commitment to sustainability, including carbon emission reduction targets and initiatives to drive energy transition in Asia, particularly Malaysia. Join President of ABB’s Energy Industries in Asia, Anders Maltesen for the insights.
Tue Apr 02 2024
Consider This: New Public Housing? (Part 2) - Proposed PRR: Assessing Merits & Challenges
The Housing and Local Government Ministry is proposing a new model of public housing, to be named Program Residensi Rakyat. Amidst promises enhancing the quality of life for its residents, questions loom large regarding the feasibility and impact of this ambitious initiative. On #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Suraya Ismail, Director of Research at Khazanah Research Institute, where she focuses on Housing, Cities and Urbanisation. She’s a member of the Panel of Experts for the Ministry of Development and Local Government.
Mon Apr 01 2024
Consider This: New Public Housing? (Part 1) - Will Proposed PRR Ensure Better Liveability?
The Housing and Local Government Ministry is proposing a new model of public housing, to be named Program Residensi Rakyat. Amidst promises enhancing the quality of life for its residents, questions loom large regarding the feasibility and impact of this ambitious initiative. On #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Hamdan Abdul Majeed, Managing Director of Think City, which has been involved in dialogue, research, and initiatives aimed at creating liveable public housing in Malaysia.
Mon Apr 01 2024
Malaysia open to extending China-led rail project to Thai border
The RM50.27 billion railway is on track to connect the east and west coasts of peninsular Malaysia by the end of 2026.
Thu Mar 28 2024
New tax incentive for Malaysia Digital status companies
MDEC said the tax incentive will be for digital initiatives in IP and non-IP, and also in the form of investment tax allowance incentives.
Thu Mar 28 2024
Consider This: Google - AI Skills for Malaysian Youth, AI Tools for Govt
New initiatives have been announced between Google and the Government of Malaysia, focusing on youth upskilling and enhancing public service delivery. However the intersection of cloud-based, AI-powered tools and public governance raises questions of how Governments can mitigate risks while instilling public confidence over new technologies. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Karan Bhatia, Global Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy at Google.
Fri Mar 22 2024
LHDN approves over 72,000 voluntary tax declarations worth RM652.5 mln as of Feb 29
The PKPS 2.0 voluntary disclosure programme is an initiative to expand number of taxpayers and encourage tax compliance to increase revenue.
Wed Mar 20 2024
From Camps to Careers: The impact of RYTHM Foundation’s Maharani initiative
The initiative aims to empower disadvantaged adolescent Malaysian girls through education and skill-building initiatives.
Tue Mar 19 2024
Literacy and Numeracy Intervention Programme early step to address 3M issues - Fadhlina
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the initiative would commence in the 2024/2025 academic session.
Mon Mar 18 2024
Tengku Zafrul says will meet Microsoft CEO in mission to make digital hub of ASEAN
The 'Kekal Bersama Malaysia' initiative is witnessing a collaboration between M'sia and Microsoft to make the country digital hub of ASEAN.
Fri Mar 15 2024
KEB initiatives a new endeavour to assist more Bumiputera traders, companies - Fahmi
The initiatives announced at the Bumiputera Economic Congress (KEB) 2024 recently are the latest efforts by the MADANI Government to assist more Bumiputera traders and companies
Thu Mar 14 2024
Detik 100 hari ke Olimpik Paris, prospek negara masih samar
Genap 100 hari, atlet elit dari seluruh dunia dan ratusan ribu peminat sukan bakal berkumpul di Sungai Seine, Paris untuk upacara perasmian Sukan Olimpik 2024.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Gempa kuat bermagnitud 6.3 landa Jepun - MetMalaysia
Satu gempa bumi kuat bermagnitud 6.3 dikesan di Shikoku, Jepun pada 10.14 malam tadi.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Thailand, New Zealand tingkat hubungan dua hala
Thailand dan New Zealand bersetuju meningkatkan hubungan dua hala mereka kepada perkongsian strategik menjelang 2026.
Ia sekaligus menandakan langkah penting ke hadapan dalam kerjasama kedua-dua negara yang telah lama terjalin.
Ia sekaligus menandakan langkah penting ke hadapan dalam kerjasama kedua-dua negara yang telah lama terjalin.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Penumpang HSR Jakarta-Bandung cecah 2.56 juta orang
Pada masa ini, perjalanan kereta api harian kereta api itu telah meningkat daripada 14 kepada 52 dan bilangan tempat duduk penumpang melonjak daripada 8,400 kepada lebih 31,000.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Antara pembangunan, pilihan manusia & kesihatan planet
Antara pembangunan, pilihan manusia, dan kesihatan planet.
dilema yang menjadi cabaran utama buat mana-mana negara untuk keluar dari kepompong kemunduran.
Hari kedua Sidang Kemuncak Kesihatan Planet (PHAM 2024) dan mesyuarat tahunan ke-6 antaranya mengangkat topik berkaitan kecerdasan buatan (AI) yang masih menjadi perdebatan kalangan pakar.
dilema yang menjadi cabaran utama buat mana-mana negara untuk keluar dari kepompong kemunduran.
Hari kedua Sidang Kemuncak Kesihatan Planet (PHAM 2024) dan mesyuarat tahunan ke-6 antaranya mengangkat topik berkaitan kecerdasan buatan (AI) yang masih menjadi perdebatan kalangan pakar.
Wed Apr 17 2024
KKR beri jaminan projek Kolam Selam Tempur siap Jun ini - Nanta
Kementerian Kerja Raya (KKR) akan memastikan projek pembinaan Kolam Selam Tempur di Kem Iskandar, Mersing, Johor yang mengalami kelewatan, siap sepenuhnya pada Jun ini.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Pemilihan MIC bermula 27 April ini
MIC akan mengadakan pemilihan parti bagi penggal 2024-2027 dari 4 Mei hingga 6 Julai dengan hari pencalonan ditetapkan mulai 27 April ini.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Kerajaan pandang serius pihak main sentimen rakyat
Mesyuarat sepakat agar kerajaan bertindak tegas menurut lunas-lunas perundangan dan tidak berkompromi dengan sebarang tindakan melampau yang boleh menjejaskan kestabilan negara ini.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Tumpuan Khamis - 18 April 2024
Ikuti rangkuman berita utama yang menjadi tumpuan di Astro AWANI.
Wed Apr 17 2024
MCMC rakam percakapan Che'gubard, Salim lebih tiga jam
Salim dan Che’gubard yang ditemui di bangunan tersebut memberitahu mereka disiasat atas pertanyaan berkaitan kesihatan Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim dalam media sosial baru-baru ini.
Wed Apr 17 2024