Opinions
Opinions
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Economy and FinanceMalaysia’s Digital Renaissance: ASEAN’s Gateway to Innovation
Becoming ASEAN's "Gateway to Innovation" is not a foregone conclusion it demands ongoing reforms in both mindset and policy.
By Rais Hussin -
Domestic Policy
Can Malaysia Replicate South Korea’s Economic Miracle? Lessons from Wage-Led Growth
We should aim for an economy where wage increases drive sustainable progress—raising incomes, spurring innovation, retaining talent, and moving toward high‐income status.
By Chia Chu Hang -
Economy and Finance
Common Sense Diplomacy: Rethinking the U.S.-Russia Thaw and the Future of Global Alliances
It is a litmus test for whether the West can adapt to a multipolar world where Russia's sovereignty is non-negotiable.
By Rais Hussin -
Domestic Policy
Reforming Prisons to Undermine Extremism: The Missing Link in MyPCVE
Acknowledging the subhuman conditions in Malaysian prisons, comprehensive prison reforms must be integrated into MyPCVE to counter prison radicalisation.
By Avyce Heng -
Economy and Finance
Trump’s Gaza (pipe) dream
The Gaza plan is dangerous and counter-productive as it's merely another recipe for regional instability.
By Jason Loh -
Foreign Policy
Trump’s Call and the Yalta Legacy: Russia’s Strategic Patience in a Multipolar World
Russia’s strategic patience has transformed it from a 'fleet in being'—a passive force—to a 'fleet is being,' actively shaping global dynamics.
By Rais Hussin -
Domestic Policy
The Hidden Influence: Why Malaysia Needs Lobbying Reform
The lack of transparency in lobbying has raised concerns over whether policies serve giant corporations rather than the public good.
By Chia Chu Hang -
Economy and Finance
Malaysia’s Emerging Data Centre Boom: Seizing Opportunities and Powering a Sustainable Future
Data centre expansion must be integrated into a broader strategy that views tech infrastructure as a lever for sustainable growth.
By Rais Hussin -
Foreign Policy
Time to UN-Seat U.S. on the UN Security Council
It is time to move toward a model of global governance that is truly representative of the world’s diversity.
By Rais Hussin -
Domestic Policy
Bridging Mental Health and Public Safety: Enhancing Malaysia’s MyPCVE Framework
As depression rises and lone-wolf threats persist, integrating mental wellness into the MyPCVE framework is key to a safer future.
By Avyce Heng
