Malaysia

In 2023, Malaysians experienced a decline in their freedom to be safe from their government, according to the Human Rights Measurement Initiative’s (HRMI) Index Right Tracker 2024. The report indicates an increased risk of persecution or worse by authorities, with several key human rights metrics showing a significant downturn. Decline in Safety from the State According to the HRMI Index Right...

Malaysia’s Path to Carbon Pricing: Preparing for the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Malaysia is gearing up to implement carbon pricing as part of its efforts to facilitate carbon trading and consider carbon taxing, in anticipation of the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) set to commence in 2026. This initiative, announced by the Investment, Trade, and Industry...

Improving Life-Work Balance in Malaysia: Government's Commitment to Healthier Workplaces The Malaysian government is taking significant steps to ensure healthier, safer, and more humane workplaces for its citizens. Despite Malaysia's low ranking in the Global Life-Work Balance Index, where it placed 59th out of 60 countries, Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong has outlined several initiatives...

Malaysia Rises to Seventh on the Edelman Trust Index 2024 Malaysia has achieved an impressive seventh place on the Trust Index, according to the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer, which surveyed 32,000 people across 28 countries. This marks a significant increase in public trust, rising from 62% in 2023 to 68% in 2024. Trust Index Rankings and Regional Comparison Malaysia’s score places it between its...

Malaysia's competitiveness has been on a downward trend for years, a phenomenon that cannot be attributed solely to short-term factors such as recent economic performance, US interest rates, or geopolitics. Prominent economist Prof Tan Sri Noor Azlan Ghazali emphasizes that the decline in Malaysia's competitiveness ranking is the result of the entire country's lack of full commitment to enacting necessary...

The Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link between Johor Bahru and Singapore is poised to revolutionize connectivity and transportation in the region. This ambitious initiative promises numerous benefits, ranging from reduced congestion and improved safety to job creation and environmental sustainability. Here’s an in-depth look at the key benefits of the RTS Link and its historical context. Historical...

This year marks a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between China and Malaysia, celebrating 50 years of friendship and cooperation. The golden jubilee, designated as the "China-Malaysia Friendship Year," highlights a historical journey of mutual respect and shared growth. Amidst this celebration, the recent visit of Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Malaysia has set a new precedent for future...

In the realm of Malaysia's property landscape, a significant transformation is on the horizon, one that not only promises lucrative opportunities for developers but also holds the potential to bolster the country's economic standing. As the data-centre wave sweeps through the industry, developers with extensive land holdings in prime locations, particularly those well-equipped with infrastructure near...

The resonating echoes of a global housing crisis are felt across major economies, signifying a pressing challenge in the realm of property markets and economic sustainability. As analysts predict a surge in house prices amidst supply constraints and rate expectations, the imperatives of government intervention and affordability advocacy come to the forefront, shaping the narrative of housing dynamics...

In a monumental move that is set to redefine Malaysia's digital landscape, Equinix has unveiled its first two data centers in the country. Strategically located in Johor (JH1) and Kuala Lumpur (KL1), these International Business Exchange data centers mark a significant milestone in Malaysia's journey towards digital transformation and economic advancement, offering unparalleled connectivity and...