National Finance Council should be more transparent in its conduct
The National Finance Council should be more transparent in its conduct when deliberating issues of national interest, an expert suggests
Fri Jun 28 2024
Zahid's DNAA proves AG's independence critical, urgent commitment from government needed - IDEAS
Transparency is absolutely essential to avoid further speculation, says Dr Tricia Yeoh, CEO of IDEAS.
Tue Sep 05 2023
IDEAS: Let's bridge divides and get back to the business of governing
There is now greater electoral contestation in Malaysian politics, which is positive in a healthy democracy.
Wed Aug 16 2023
Reaction to Anwar Ibrahim's appointment as Malaysian prime minister
Anwar will have to address soaring inflation and slowing growth, while calming ethnic tension that has flared since a Saturday election.
Thu Nov 24 2022
IDEAS and CME: Where did the policy debate go?
IDEAS and CME express concerns over the limited debate surrounding issues of political economy and the long-term consequences of implemented policies.
Wed Apr 27 2022
IDEAS concerned about Malaysia falling five spots in Corruption Perception Index 2021
The Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS) is concerned about Malaysia's five-spots drop in Transparency Internationals most recent Corruption Perception Index (CPI) 2021.
Thu Jan 27 2022
IDEAS: New government must resolve pandemic and economic crises
IDEAS is urging the new government to work immediately to resolve the twin pandemic and economic crises that the nation is currently facing.
Sat Aug 21 2021
Targeted approaches work better at this stage - IDEAS
Yeoh says the MCO 3.0 which is unavoidable, will have detrimental effects on the current struggling economy.
Tue May 25 2021
Muhyiddin gains political lifeline with budget approval but what's next?
We ask political analysts if the budget is a true yardstick of confidence towards Muhyiddin's leadership and what are the hurdles ahead for him in 2021.
Thu Dec 17 2020
Should GST make swift return?
One of the ways the Government could increase its coffers is by reintroducing the much-debated Goods and Services Tax (GST), albeit at a lower rate.
Wed Mar 11 2020
Budget 2014: Getting more for Malaysia's education system
What are the most important things needed in next months Budget 2014 to boost the nations education and consequently its human capital?
Tue Sep 24 2013
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