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
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 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
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
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
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
What PH needs is a new narrative for GE15, says Bangi MP Ong Kian Ming.
Tue Nov 23 2021
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
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
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
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'
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
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
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
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
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024