[COLUMNIST] Bridging horizons: Malaysia and BRICS unite for mutual prosperity
Malaysia itself appears to be a great fit for BRICS, and the close attention given to Malaysia would be perfectly justified.
Thu Aug 08 2024
[COLUMNIST] The Malaysian economy in the time of geo-economic and geo-political cholera
The Malaysian economy is operating in a geo economy and geo-political contexts are swooning, indeed, filled with shocking surprises.
Thu May 23 2024
[COLUMNIST] The King and I - Rais Hussin
Al-Sultan Abdullah of Pahang became the Agong or King at a time of profound change in the nations political landscape,writes Dr Rais Hussin
Thu Feb 01 2024
[COLUMNIST] Tectonic change in strategy towards lasting Middle East peace
Israel had promised then, as it has promised everyone, not excluding the US, that Israel will pounce Hamas to pieces.
Thu Oct 26 2023
[COLUMNIST] Why innovation is the key to a Malaysian revival
Whatever Malaysia produces for the region or the world, there are very few technological breakthroughs.
Mon Oct 09 2023
[COLUMNIST] The perfect minister gentleman : Salahuddin Ayub
Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub will be remembered for all the great things he did for the nation with no pomp or grandeur.
Mon Jul 24 2023
[COLUMNIST] Seizing opportunities to support sliding Ringgit
Using foreign reserves to buy Ringgit is not prudent and not sustainable, particularly when Malaysias reserves have shrunk significantly over recent years.
Tue Jul 04 2023
[COLUMNIST] Treat vape like cigarettes
The government may be 'gambling' for a shorter-term gain in tax-based revenues.
Mon May 22 2023
[COLUMNIST] Malaysian monetary loss to corruption and leakages - RM4.5 trillion over 26 years
There is a clear relationship where corruption cost as a percentage of GDP escalates rapidly as the country's corruption level increases.
Wed May 10 2023
[COLUMNIST] Malaysian 5G Rollout - FDI promissory trap
The current DNB model focuses only on the last mile service delivery, which WILL NOT resolve internet problems in rural areas. - Rais Hussin
Thu May 04 2023
[COLUMNIST] Problems with monopolies in medical products supply chain
Having only a single concessionaire for the APPL products, potential unfairness in supply terms could manifest in more ways than one.
Tue Apr 18 2023
[COLUMNIST] Strategies moving forward for Malaysia - The Strengths
EMIR Research looks into the strategies for Malaysia to not only withstand the various global outlook and trends but also to thrive in reaping the full value from opportunities arising.
Fri Apr 07 2023
The rising threat of the treacherous triad: Super elites, hardcore racial bigots and extreme religious zealots
Malaysia is facing a triple threat of super elites, hardcore racial bigots and extreme religious zealots and the unprecedented collusion thereof, between the three prime evils.
Fri Mar 17 2023
[COLUMNIST] Creating a credible carbon marketplace in Malaysia
Malaysia has significant potential as a carbon hub, but it is crucial to get it right from the start to achieve a net-zero future.
Sun Mar 12 2023
[COLUMNIST] Brewing internal threats to Malaysia?
Abdul Hadis statement regarding the Oppositions -rights- to topple the government cannot be rationalised in any way, says Rais Hussin.
Fri Mar 10 2023
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024