Indonesian President puts forth recommendations to end Gaza crisis

By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar JAKARTA, Nov 12 (NNN-Bernama) — Indonesian President Joko Widodo has put forward four recommendations in response to the ongoing crisis in Gaza, Palestine, encompassing an immediate ceasefire, expedited humanitarian aid, holding Israel accountable for atrocities, and advocating for a two-state solution through the resumption of…

Malaysian team clinches overall champion title in World Robot Olympiad 2023

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (NNN-Bernama) – The Malaysian Ministry of Education (MOE) team achieved a remarkable victory by emerging as the Overall Champion at the recent World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International Final 2023 in Panama City, Panama. Its Minister Fadhlina Sidek, in her Facebook post, said the victory is an honour for Malaysia. “Congratulations…

Malaysia, Iran prepared to enhance bilateral ties, explore new cooperation – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (NNN-Bernama) — Malaysia and Iran are ready to improve bilateral relations including in the fields of economy, education, science and technology, as well as explore opportunities for new cooperation, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar, who is also Finance Minister, said this was discussed during his talks…

Malaysian DPM to make first official visit to China from Nov 12-19

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (NNN-Bernama) — Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Plantation and Commodities Fadillah Yusof will make his first official visit to China since his appointment on Dec 2, 2022. Fadillah’s visit to Beijing and Shanghai from Nov 12 to 19 is poised to further strengthen cooperation in the areas of research and…

Saudi’s SFD to provide over US$580 mln in development loans to 12 African countries

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (NNN-Bernama) — Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) Sultan Al-Marshad on Thursday signed 14 new development loan agreements – worth over US$580 million – with 12 African ministers. SFD in a statement said these agreements aim to fund projects in healthcare, water,…

ASEAN says UN must uphold transparency and accountability in revitalisation process

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (NNN-Bernama) — The United Nations (UN) must uphold the principle of transparency and accountability as it emphasises on revitalising the work of the General Assembly to enhance overall effectiveness of the UN, urged ASEAN. Speaking on behalf of ASEAN at the plenary meeting on the Revitalisation of the…

Malaysian ringgit likely to trade in cautious mode against US dollar next week

By Zufazlin Baharuddin KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (NNN-Bernama) —  The Malaysian ringgit is expected to trade in cautious mode against the US dollar next week as traders seek fresh leads on more significant economic data. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the focus would be on the United States (US) Consumer…

Malaysia Wants Concrete Measures From OIC Summit

From Mohd Haikal Mohd Isa RIYADH, 11 Nov (NNN-Bernama) — Malaysia does not want the meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on Palestine to just conclude with a statement of condemnation without presenting any concrete steps to move forward. On the other hand, Foreign Minister Dr Zambry Abdul…

Malaysia sends second humanitarian aid to Palestine

SEPANG (Malaysia), Nov 11 (NNN-Bernama) — Malaysia’s second shipment of humanitarian aid for Palestinians departed for El-Arish International Airport, Egypt via a special chartered cargo flight Friday night. The cargo plane, carrying 20 tonnes of medical supplies and baby goods, took off at about 11 pm from the Cargo Terminal of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) here. The first…

Palestinian lecturer in Malaysia loses 19 family members in Gaza, urges immediate ceasefire

SEREMBAN (Malaysia), Nov 4 (NNN-Bernama) — A Palestinian lecturer at the Faculty of Leadership and Management, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), has lost 19 family members in the Gaza conflict. Dr Wesam Almahallawi said his younger brother, Waleed Almahallawi, 40, who is also a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) student in…