Consider This: Economic Sentiment - Growth or Gloom?
A recent survey by market research agency, Ipsos, revealed that two-thirds (68%) of Malaysians believe the economy is in a recession, despite official reports of 3.7% economic growth last year. Why is there such a stark contrast between consumer sentiment and economic data? And how do we reconcile the lived experiences of Malaysians with these seemingly positive economic indicators? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Dr Ong Kian Ming, Pro Vice-Chancellor of External Engagement for Taylor's University, and Ibrahim ‘Ben’ Suffian, Co-founder & Programmes Director of Merdeka Center for Opinion Research.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![Catalysing new investment opportunities in the ESG as well as the impact investment space - Kian Ming Catalysing new investment opportunities in the ESG as well as the impact investment space - Kian Ming](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/81629399133_DRONG.jpg)
Catalysing new investment opportunities in the ESG as well as the impact investment space - Kian Ming
Create and enhance a new narrative of investment opportunities in Malaysia, Kian Ming says.
Thu Sep 15 2022
![DAP's Ong Kian Ming not contesting in GE15 DAP's Ong Kian Ming not contesting in GE15](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/61652077830_OngKianMing.jpg)
DAP's Ong Kian Ming not contesting in GE15
DAP MP for Bangi Dr Ong Kian Ming today announced that he will not be contesting the upcoming 15th General Election (GE15).
Mon May 09 2022
![[COLUMNIST] Combine statutory minimum wage with progressive wage model too [COLUMNIST] Combine statutory minimum wage with progressive wage model too](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/71645034293_HBREAKMINIMUM.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Combine statutory minimum wage with progressive wage model too
A fresh framework/philosophy/vision is needed for the Malaysian tripartite model, going forward.
Wed Mar 23 2022
![Comprehensive Labour Market Policy Reforms need to be introduced together with the RM1500 minimum wage Comprehensive Labour Market Policy Reforms need to be introduced together with the RM1500 minimum wage](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/81629399133_DRONG.jpg)
Comprehensive Labour Market Policy Reforms need to be introduced together with the RM1500 minimum wage
It is all the more important to introduce meaningful changes to the labour market policies beyond merely increasing the minimum wage.
Tue Mar 22 2022
![5G rollout: DNB responds to Ong Kian Ming's questions 5G rollout: DNB responds to Ong Kian Ming's questions](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/71644600656_RalphMarshall.jpg)
5G rollout: DNB responds to Ong Kian Ming's questions
DNB has always proposed that the Government is open to reducing its stake in 3 years, after 5G is rolled out, so that MNOs can become shareholders of DNB.
Sat Feb 12 2022
![Melaka Election: Silver linings for Pakatan Harapan Melaka Election: Silver linings for Pakatan Harapan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/41629399091_OngKianMing.jpg)
Melaka Election: Silver linings for Pakatan Harapan
What PH needs is a new narrative for GE15, says Bangi MP Ong Kian Ming.
Tue Nov 23 2021
![My 'Merdeka Action List' My 'Merdeka Action List'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/51613997875_TBONGKIANMING.jpg)
My 'Merdeka Action List'
I would encourage you to do the same so that you have something to work towards and something to look forward to.
Tue Aug 31 2021
![Bipartisan, cross party cooperation, a mature move to stabilise political crisis - Party leaders Bipartisan, cross party cooperation, a mature move to stabilise political crisis - Party leaders](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/81628868553_TBPCPM.jpg)
Bipartisan, cross party cooperation, a mature move to stabilise political crisis - Party leaders
Bi-partisan cooperation gives all political parties in the country the opportunity to get involved in the fight against COVID-19.
Fri Aug 13 2021
![Set aside politics, continue working together to fight COVID-19 - MPs Set aside politics, continue working together to fight COVID-19 - MPs](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/41627454154_NohOmar.jpg)
Set aside politics, continue working together to fight COVID-19 - MPs
Noh proposed that the federal government give permission to the state governments to purchase existing vaccines directly from Pharmaniaga.
Wed Jul 28 2021
![Government made a mistake in Chinese New Year SOP, claims Ti Lian Ker Government made a mistake in Chinese New Year SOP, claims Ti Lian Ker](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/51598971078_TiLianKer.jpg)
Government made a mistake in Chinese New Year SOP, claims Ti Lian Ker
The recent SOP for the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations received various reactions on social media from the people.
Fri Feb 05 2021
!['Why we need to move away from Trump and Najib' 'Why we need to move away from Trump and Najib'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-08/61503588015_NajibTrump.jpg)
'Why we need to move away from Trump and Najib'
For the sake of Malaysia, UMNO and its leaders must move away from Najib and his ignominious 1MDB legacy that current and future generations of Malaysians will continue to pay for many years to come.
Wed Jan 20 2021
![COVID-19: 10 questions for Dr Noor Hisham - Kian Ming COVID-19: 10 questions for Dr Noor Hisham - Kian Ming](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/81610273081_NoorHishamAbdullah.jpg)
COVID-19: 10 questions for Dr Noor Hisham - Kian Ming
10 questions in order to assure the public that the government has a comprehensive plan to control this pandemic.
Mon Jan 18 2021
![MITI re-strategises action plan in NAP 2020 MITI re-strategises action plan in NAP 2020](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/41593436145_AzminAli.jpg)
MITI re-strategises action plan in NAP 2020
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) is re-strategising the action plan in implementing the National Automotive Plan (NAP) 2020.
Wed Jul 22 2020
![Jalil Rasheed not a LSE graduate, Dewan Rakyat told Jalil Rasheed not a LSE graduate, Dewan Rakyat told](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/61592219913_JalilRashid.jpg)
Jalil Rasheed not a LSE graduate, Dewan Rakyat told
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) has confirmed that Jalil Rasheed, a University of London degree holder, is not one of its graduates.
Thu Jul 16 2020
![Nissan set to step back from merger with Honda, sources say Nissan set to step back from merger with Honda, sources say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51734481291_logo.jpg)
Nissan set to step back from merger with Honda, sources say
Talks between the Japanese automakers face complications due to growing differences, sources say.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Trump aides defend Gaza takeover proposal but walk back some elements Trump aides defend Gaza takeover proposal but walk back some elements](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/51730562155_TBGazaStrip.jpg)
Trump aides defend Gaza takeover proposal but walk back some elements
Trump's top aides staunchly defends his push to transfer Palestinians out of Gaza and have the US take over the war-ruined enclave.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![United Nations chief warns Trump against ethnic cleansing in Gaza United Nations chief warns Trump against ethnic cleansing in Gaza](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/61727863293_AntonioGuterres.jpg)
United Nations chief warns Trump against ethnic cleansing in Gaza
The United Nations has long endorsed a vision of two states living side by side within secure and recognised borders.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Malaysia rejects forced resettlement of Palestinians, reaffirms support for two-state solution Malaysia rejects forced resettlement of Palestinians, reaffirms support for two-state solution](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/41730209861_Wismaputra.jpg)
Malaysia rejects forced resettlement of Palestinians, reaffirms support for two-state solution
Wisma Putra rejects any attempt to undermine Palestinian self-determination, calling it unacceptable and a move that prolongs the conflict.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![ANALYSIS - Trump's Gaza stunner builds on his expansionist aims ANALYSIS - Trump's Gaza stunner builds on his expansionist aims](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738727270_tbDonaldTrump.jpg)
ANALYSIS - Trump's Gaza stunner builds on his expansionist aims
US President Donald Trump says he envisioned building a resort where international communities could live in harmony.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Musk creates new power base in Washington with takeover of US agencies Musk creates new power base in Washington with takeover of US agencies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/81733218525_ElonMuskjpg.jpg)
Musk creates new power base in Washington with takeover of US agencies
Elon Musk deploys teams of current and former employees of his companies as his agents.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Why Trump's proposal on Gaza is ringing alarm bells in the region Why Trump's proposal on Gaza is ringing alarm bells in the region](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738723059_tbDonaldTrump.jpg)
Why Trump's proposal on Gaza is ringing alarm bells in the region
Trump's plans are likely to heighten fears among Palestinians in Gaza of being driven out of the coastal strip.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![ASEAN 2025 Chairmanship: Programmes to benefit all levels of society - Foreign Ministry ASEAN 2025 Chairmanship: Programmes to benefit all levels of society - Foreign Ministry](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738638763_ASEAN.jpg)
ASEAN 2025 Chairmanship: Programmes to benefit all levels of society - Foreign Ministry
Among the planned initiatives are a campaign to promote locally made products and ASEAN Plus Three Forum aimed at empowering rural women.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![US military plane deporting Indian immigrants lands in India US military plane deporting Indian immigrants lands in India](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738754452_USmilitaryplane.jpg)
US military plane deporting Indian immigrants lands in India
The Trump administration has increasingly turned to the military to help carry out its immigration agenda.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Trump's Gaza plan for 'Riviera of the Middle East' triggers international condemnation Trump's Gaza plan for 'Riviera of the Middle East' triggers international condemnation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81736117245_tbGazaStripdestro.jpg)
Trump's Gaza plan for 'Riviera of the Middle East' triggers international condemnation
Countries from Russia, China, Spain, Ireland and the UK say they continue to support the two-state solution.
Wed Feb 05 2025