There are three fundamental questions that we need to consider when it comes to government-linked corporations (GLCs) and government-linked investment corporations (GLICs). First, should the State get involved in the economy? Second, should the GLCs/GLICs, which are essentially agents of the Malaysian State, act as if they were private actors Third, what purpose should GLCs/GLICs serve in the new era of stakeholder capitalism?
The results of GE14 shows that the model of a single dominant party in a political coalition no longer applies. The Malaysian political arena and voters have evolved, so must the approach of political parties. Malaysia's political parties must reset and envision a new coalition model that is based on the spirit of cooperation rather than dominance. We also need to rethink how we conceptualise the notion of political leadership.
At a recent interview on current political developments in Malaysia, our Communications Director Iskandar Fareez explains why the age of single-party dominance in a coalition no longer exists, and why there is a need to realise this.
A convincing political coalition across ethnic lines is the best formula for winning GE-15. In fact, without adequate racial representation, a ruling coalition's ongoing challenge will be political imbalance and instability. Article in Malay.
Malaysia's position on the Corruption Perception Index dropped 6 positions in 2020. The government's focus on a wholesome resilient post-pandemic recovery for the nation must include an intentional effort to increase the 'integrity of governance' of our public institutions. Article in Malay.
A sustainable post-pandemic recovery must include a clear plan for identifying new sources of economic growth. A reliance on Malaysia's current economic model will not be adequate as these sectors were already facing daunting challenges before the pandemic, but in many cases their predicament has now become acute. There is a need to trigger higher and cleaner growth through a mission-oriented industrial policy.
According to REFSA, the Federal Territory Ministry’s role in governance has been in urgent need of review ever since its urban planning outcomes have been subject to political interference. At present, the ministry was not directly accountable for the welfare of Kuala Lumpur, whose dwellers reserved the right to choose the government that serves them.
REFSA has supported the Pakatan Harapan (PH) members of parliament's proposal for a "Kuala Lumpur 2024 Bipartisan Committee" to co-govern the capital city. For the betterment of the capital city and wellbeing of city folks, especially for the coming post-Covid-19 scenario, this was a good place to start the conversation about the future of Kuala Lumpur.
REFSA's Adviser, Wan Hamidi Hamid expresses support for Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur Pakatan Harapan Members of Parliament’s statement proposing for a Kuala Lumpur 2024 Bipartisan Committee. The idea is a good place to start the conversation about our capital city’s future.
REFSA's Adviser, Wan Hamidi Hamid expresses support for Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur Pakatan Harapan Members of Parliament’s statement proposing for a Kuala Lumpur 2024 Bipartisan Committee. The idea is a good place to start the conversation about our capital city’s future. Press Statement in Malay.