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Targeting the Economy, Malaysia’s PM Announces Cabinet Reshuffle

Targeting the Economy, Malaysia’s PM Announces Cabinet Reshuffle

By Sebastian Strangio
The move comes after a turbulent year for Anwar Ibrahim and his unity government.
Why the Malaysian State Is Taking Firmer Control Over Boustead Holdings

Why the Malaysian State Is Taking Firmer Control Over Boustead Holdings

By James Guild
The group, which is majority owned by a pension fund for the Malaysian Armed Forces, has been sustaining heavy losses for years.

Malaysia Flags Ban on Export of Rare Earth Minerals

Malaysia Flags Ban on Export of Rare Earth Minerals

By Sebastian Strangio
As with similar recent restrictions in Indonesia, the goal is to stimulate the development of a domestic processing industry.

How Serious Is Malaysia About a Clean Energy Transition?  

How Serious Is Malaysia About a Clean Energy Transition?  

By James Guild
Anwar Ibrahim's government has announced an ambitious transition plan, but it will take some effort to wean the country off fossil fuels.

Mr. Musk Goes to Malaysia

Mr. Musk Goes to Malaysia

By James Guild
Tesla sees some Southeast Asian countries as promising markets for its electric vehicles, and others as possible sites for producing them.
2022 Was a Good Year for Petronas

2022 Was a Good Year for Petronas

By James Guild
Malaysia's state-owned energy giant has benefited from the global spike in oil and gas prices, but its long-term future is less certain.

What China’s RM 170 Billion Investment Commitment Means for Malaysia

What China’s RM 170 Billion Investment Commitment Means for Malaysia

By James Guild
Does the recent eye-popping investment pledge from Beijing stack up against the country's recent economic history?
Indonesia and Malaysia Saw Strong Economic Growth in 2022

Indonesia and Malaysia Saw Strong Economic Growth in 2022

By James Guild
Last year saw several Southeast Asian economies bounce back from the distortions and restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Malaysia, Indonesia to Dispatch Envoys to EU Over Palm Oil Dispute

Malaysia, Indonesia to Dispatch Envoys to EU Over Palm Oil Dispute

By Sebastian Strangio
The two nations hope to convince European regulators that their local certification efforts conform to the EU's rigorous new regulation on deforestation.

New Malaysian Government to Tackle Cost of Living Crisis

New Malaysian Government to Tackle Cost of Living Crisis

By Sebastian Strangio
Tackling rice bowl issues is a prudent first step for Anwar Ibrahim, who confronts a polarized political landscape.

What Malaysia’s Digital Banking Licenses Tell Us

What Malaysia’s Digital Banking Licenses Tell Us

By James Guild
The Malaysian central bank has awarded five digital banking licenses. What value will they add to the country's financial system?
A Snapshot of Post-Pandemic Trade in ASEAN

A Snapshot of Post-Pandemic Trade in ASEAN

By James Guild
Inflation and rising commodity prices have assisted some countries' recovery, while holding back others.

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