M’sia-Uzbekistan Relations Remain Resilient Amid Challenging Times

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (NNN-Bernama) — Malaysia and Uzbekistan have commenced various degrees of agreement and cooperation, especially at the height of COVID-19 pandemic last year, which helped both countries to gain a strong foothold in politics, economy, trade, tourism and education sectors. According to the statement by the Uzbekistan…

Four Civilians Killed In Improvised Bomb Blast In S. Afghanistan

KANDAHAR, Apr 16 (NNN-AGENCIES) – Four civilians were killed in an improvised bomb blast in Afghanistan’s southern province of Kandahar last night, local police confirmed today. “The victims, including a woman and two children, were members of a family. The blast which occurred in Zartali locality of Shah Wali Kot…

Malaysia Aims To Be Among Business Events Industry World’s Top Five

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (NNN-Bernama) — Malaysia is working towards making its business event industry the top five in the world within ten years in line with the Malaysia Business Events Strategic Marketing Plan (SMP) 2021-2030. Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) chief executive officer Datuk Seri Abdul Khani Daud…

Administrative Directive On Use Of ‘Allah’ Will Be Issued Soon – Home Minister

PUTRAJAYA, April 16 (NNN-Bernama) — An administrative order on the use of the word ‘Allah’ will be issued soon, said Home Minister Hamzah Zainudin. He said the directive would be issued under existing acts, including the Printing Presses and Publications Act 1984. “The existing acts give the minister the power…

Pakistani Gov’t Bans Religious Political Party Over Terrorism Charges

ISLAMABAD, Apr 16 (NNN-APP) – The Pakistani government, banned the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), over terrorism charges, following the religious political party’s violent protests across the country earlier this week, which spread fear among countrymen, said the Ministry of Interior. A notification, issued after the approval of the federal cabinet, said,…

Foreign Troops’ Withdrawal From Afghanistan Needs To Coincide With Progress In Peace Process: Pakistan Foreign Ministry

ISLAMABAD, Apr 16 (NNN-APP) – The Pakistani Foreign Ministry said yesterday that, it is important that the withdrawal of foreign troops from Afghanistan coincides with progress in the peace process. Pakistan believes there is no military solution to the conflict, spokesman of the foreign ministry, Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri, said, while…

Iranian President Says Iran “Not Looking For Nuclear Bomb”

TEHRAN, Apr 16 (NNN-IRNA) – Iranian President, Hassan Rouhani, yesterday, dismissed concern about Iran’s plan to enrich uranium to 60-percent purity, saying that “we are not looking for a nuclear bomb.” “Some have interpreted that 60 percent is a means to reaching 90 percent (of uranium enrichment). It is not…

Govt Ensures Economic Reforms Aligned With Global Benchmarks Including ESG — Senior Minister Azmin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (NNN-Bernama) — The government has ensured that economic reforms are aligned with global benchmarks, including the environment, social and governance (ESG) goals. Senior Minister cum International Trade and Industry Minister Mohamed Azmin Ali said the outcomes on this front will also reflect Malaysia’s commitment in facilitating…

Covid-19 global developments: EU to get 50 million Pfizer doses early as US prolongs J&J pause

PARIS, April 15 (NNN-AGENCIES) — The European Union said that it is expecting 50 million Pfizer coronavirus vaccine doses earlier than expected, as the United States said it would continue a pause in vaccinations using the Johnson & Johnson shot for at least another week so regulators can assess possible…

MOH Proposes Interstate Travel For Eid-Ul Fitr Be Postponed in Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA, April 15 (NNN-Bernama) — The Ministry of Health (MOH) has proposed that the interstate travel for the upcoming Eid-ul Fitr celebrations be postponed as the COVID-19 situation in the country is still worrying. Health Minister Dr Adham Baba said the proposal was also following complaints and appeals from various…
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