JAKARTA, Indonesia (MNTV) — The Norwegian government is monitoring growing concerns over Indonesia’s decision to appoint political figures with little climate expertise to oversee a climate forestry program largely financed by Norway, Mongabay reports. Norway has long supported Indonesia’s environmental efforts, particularly through the Norweg...
ADELAIDE, Australia (MNTV) – Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia, has embraced its first Ramadan night market, which after this year’s success is likely to become a permanent part of Adelaide’s cultural landscape. A Ramadan night market is a lively, festive marketplace that comes to life during the holy month of Ramadan, after sunset...
WARRAGUL, Australia (MNTV) – In a milestone for Australia’s multicultural landscape, a former church in Victoria has been transformed into the region’s first official mosque, welcoming people of all faiths. Located east of Melbourne, the new mosque aims to be more than just a place of worship—offering multicultural story time sessions, school ...
MANILA, Philippines (MNTV) – In the heart of the Philippines, where Muslims make up a minority in a predominantly Catholic nation, a group of young Muslim students is fostering interfaith unity through the time-honored tradition of iftar, the evening meal that breaks the Ramadan fast. The Students Association for Islamic Affairs (SAIA), a Mani...
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) — Malaysia’s big state-linked funds will increase their investments in local startups and venture capital companies to promote the government’s goal of building a resilient domestic economy in the face of external headwinds, says a minister. Second Finance Minister Amir Hamzah Azizan told Nikkei ...
JAKARTA, Indonesia (MNTV) —Indonesia is targeting to process waste into fuel and electricity in 30 major cities by 2029. It will generate around 20 Megawatts (MW) of electricity per city, totaling 600 MW. Besides, it will also produce fuel oil through waste, using pyrolysis technology, reported Indonesia Business Post. Deputy Minister o...
PATTANI, Thailand (MNTV) — Malaysian fashion brands are experiencing overwhelming demand in Thailand’s southern provinces as local Muslims prepare for the upcoming Aidilfitri (Eid ul Fitr) celebrations. Renowned Malaysian brands such as Elrah Exclusive, Bulan Bintang, Anggun, Gadis Hijabistahub, and Aisy Asyraf are attracting large crowd...
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) — In Southeast Asia, Malaysia is facing a demographic shift that could reshape its economy and social structure. The country, known for its bustling cities and economic growth, is now confronting the realities of an ageing population, raising urgent questions about elderly care, financial security, and healt...
INCHEON, South Korea (MNTV) – Incheon, a major South Korean port city near the capital Seoul, is home to a mosque unlike any other. The Al-Anwar Mosque, built as a space for prayer, has evolved into a vibrant community hub offering a coffee shop, free WiFi, games, a cooperative store, and a shared kitchen—a concept […]
CENTRAL JAVA, Indonesia (MNTV) – Across the world, coastal communities face the growing threat of climate change, but in Indonesia’s Java, the crisis is unfolding at an alarming pace. Entire villages and urban neighborhoods are vanishing as land sinks and the sea advances, leaving thousands displaced and livelihoods destroyed. Rasjoyo, a 38-ye...
