RESEARCH

In recent months there is a significant reduction in its trade surplus, dipping to levels not seen since 2018. This development, as reported in July 2024, raises critical questions about Malaysia's economic trajectory and its place in the rapidly evolving global economy.

The meeting between Jake Sullivan, the U.S. National Security Advisor, and Wang Yi, the Chinese Foreign Minister, in Beijing last week was a significant diplomatic event. As an on-going effort to manage and navigate the complex relationship between the United

The inauguration of the new freight train service between Malaysia’s Selangor and China’s Yunnan province marks a significant milestone in the ever-evolving economic relationship between ASEAN and China. As the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) continues to reshape the global trade landscape, this

Malaysia, once a tranquil backwater of the global economy, has been lately awakened to the harsh realities of our interconnected world. The cascading effects of the pandemic, coupled with the geopolitical tempest, have laid bare the vulnerabilities of our supply

Methane emissions from the energy sector remained near record highs in 2023, average globalsurface temperatures have been on a steady rise while the north and south poles continue to melt.These are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes

The third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China had on 18 July adopted the Resolution on Further Deepening Reform Comprehensively to Advance Chinese Modernization. This landmark resolution outlines China’s long-term strategic plans and commitment to over

Malaysia, like many nations, finds itself at the precipice of a new era defined by unprecedented geopolitical shifts, economic uncertainties, and societal challenges. The country's ability to navigate these complexities will be instrumental in shaping its future trajectory as the global landscape is

Datuk Dr Pamela Yong, Chairman of INSAP shares her views on the importance of Malaysia's domestic economy resilience in light of MOUs signed during Chinese Premier Li Qiang's recent visit to Malaysia.

The Institute of Strategic Analysis and Policy Research (INSAP) had the honour of participating in a thought-provoking forum entitled “Weaponisation of Economics and Restoring the Global Economic Order” on 13 June 2024 at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). Resonating with the

Imagine a calm sea, a maritime landscape where Malaysia has charted its course for decades. Its ports, like lighthouses, have guided global trade, brought prosperity and solidified its position. This audacious plan to sever the Isthmus of Kra, creating a

For decades, Malaysia's economic fortunes have been tied to the volatile tides of commodity prices. This overreliance on a narrow range of exports leaves us vulnerable to external shocks and hinders sustainable long-term growth. However, a glimmer of hope emerges

The Malaysian government's push for e-invoicing intended to streamline tax collection and improve efficiency, presents a multitude of challenges that threaten to undermine its effectiveness. A closer look reveals a policy riddled with shortcomings that could disproportionately burden businesses, particularly