Singapore - Singapore`s leaders also sent condolences to Mr Suharto`s eldest daughter, Siti Hardiyanti Indra Rukmana. President Nathan said Mr Suharto was a great leader who contributed much to Indonesia and the region. He brought about social and economic progress, and transformed Indonesia into a modern economy. Under his l... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan - By 2035, Brunei Darussalam wishes to be seen everywhere for the accomplishments of its well-educated and highly skilled people, quality of life and the dynamic and sustainable economy. This was highlighted in the Brunei Darussalam Long-Term Development Plan, a recent publication made available to the public by th... detail... »
Jakarta - Indonesia, the world`s fourth most populous nation, has had six presidents since the former Dutch colony became independent in 1945. Here is a list of them: - August 17, 1945: Sukarno and Muhammad Hatta proclaim Indonesia`s independence from the Dutch colonial administration. Sukarno is named the country`s first president. ... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan - Writers paid tribute to the late Hj Shawal bin Rajab, a literary figure in the Sultanate as they discussed about his contributions to local Malay literature Saturday afternoon at the Balai Sarmayuda, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) in Berakas. Dr Mataim bin Bakar, Director of DBP, said the literary project known... detail... »
Petaling Jaya - Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the late former Indonesian president Suharto and the Indonesian people. Paying tribute to Suharto for helping to strengthen ties between Indonesia and Malaysia, the Prime Minister said his passing was a great loss to both co... detail... »
Cagayan De Oro City - It`s just a game, but organizers of the first "Let`s Play for Peace in Mindanao" badminton tournament here hope it can somehow contribute to the attainment of peace in the island. It seems to have gotten the attention of many a badminton enthusiast as the tournament attracted a total of 558 players (or 279 pairs) from all... detail... »
Yogyakarta, MelayuOnline.com– Minister for the acceleration of development in backward regions, Ir. H. Lukman Edy, M.Si., and his staff visited the Center for Research and Development of Malay Culture, Yogyakarta, the Central institution of MelayuOnline.com on Friday (25/01), 18.33 p.m. Upon his arrival, guided by the Director of Mel... detail... »
Bangkok - Singapore and Malaysian Tourism Ministers exchanged ideas on a number of complementary tourism projects which can be discussed further and carried out under the ambit of the Malaysia-Singapore Tourism Council (MSTC). The bilateral discussion between Minister of State for Trade and Industry for Singapore, Mr S Iswaran, and M... detail... »
Jakarta - All ASEAN member countries have expressed agreement to the Indonesian proposal to implement the ASEAN tourism joint promotion with a view to increasing the number of tourists visiting the region, a minister said. Jero Wacik, Culture and Tourism Minister said here on Friday that the agreement was reached in the ASEAN Tourism... detail... »
Jakarta - A thousand-year-old stone tablet known as the Sanggurah Stone, or more commonly the "Minto" stone, is expected to be returned to its home in Indonesia from Scotland before the end of 2008. The return will be made possible thanks to Hashim Djojohadikusumo, who is currently working with high-profile artifact theft from Sura... detail... »
Kuala Lumpur - PRIME Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi said the power-sharing concept of Malaysia`s government had brought pro-gress to the nation because its leadership of various races and faiths believed in working together for the good of all Malaysians. "Because politics is the major factor that determines the patte... detail... »
Jakarta - After nearly 10 years, democracy in Indonesia has not produced quality leadership at central and regional levels, a seminar concluded Wednesday. "Quality political parties, capable of producing quality leaders, are essential to create a good democracy in a country," State Secretary Hatta Radjasa announced at a seminar pre... detail... »