RESEARCH

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) holds significant promise as an engine of regional economic powerhouse in the region. Positioned as Southeast Asia’s answer to the Shenzhen-Hong Kong partnership, the JS-SEZ aspires to bridge Malaysia’s industrial ambitions and new source

By Mohd Khairul Ramli As Malaysia progresses towards its ambitious goal of achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, the consideration of nuclear energy as part of its energy mix has gained traction. With fossil fuels continuing to dominate Malaysia’s energy supply,

Our contemporary world is undergoing a transformation marked by global geopolitical tussles while economic, technological and social landscapes continue to evolve rapidly. The era of a unipolar world dominated by singular, major powers are behind us – paving the way

The classification of Malaysian households into income categories such as B40, M40, and T20 has long guided social and economic policy. However, the emergence of the T15 subgroup or “The Mahakaya” (ultra-rich), has recently garnered significant attention amidst debates surrounding

“Politically cohesive, economically integrated and socially responsible” encapsulates the strategic vision that The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) state members collectively endorsed for ASEAN’s forthcoming decade in their “ASEAN 2025: Forging Ahead Together” framework. This framework was ratified by

Kuala Lumpur, 25 November 2024 - The 15th Asian Conference of the Valdai Discussion Club is set to convene on December 9, 2024, at Royale Chulan Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, marking a significant milestone in fostering constructive dialogues on the most

A second term of Donald Trump presidency could have significant implications for in global trade, influencing trade dynamics, economic policy, and regional geopolitics. For Malaysia, a Trump victory would signal both opportunities and challenges, primarily in the arenas of trade,

In the intricate geopolitical arena of Southeast Asia, ASEAN has long been positioned as akey player. ASEAN’s leadership often invoked in international summits and diplomatic gatherings represents not only symbolism but also the real, albeit subtle, influence this diverse coalition

Recent data from the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) released on October 2024 shows that the consumer price index (CPI) recorded a slight decrease, with September’s monthly inflation rate easing to 1.8% down from 2.0% in July. This cooling inflation

In the recent Budget 2025, the Malaysian government announced an expanded SST scope to cover more services and non-essential goods beginning 1 May 2025. However, this announcement with the specifics of the new SST scope remains unclear, causing confusion among

The Prime Minister and Finance Minister YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the budget for 2025 and tabled a total allocation of RM421 billion.1 This represents an increase of RM27.2 billion compared to the previous year's Budget 2024, RM393.8 billion.

INSAP appreciates the Ministry of Finance's commitment to supporting Malaysia's elderly population, with the 2025 budget allocating RM1 billion (similar to last year) and expansion of cash aid programs. However, temporary measures are insufficient. With the growing number of Malaysians