COVID-19

COVID-19, Muhibah, STORIES

Stories from the Ground – Santha, 59, Pudu Akka Restaurant

Santha is the owner of Pudu Akka Restaurant and has run the establishment for nearly 35 years. At four o’clock in the morning, even the birds have yet to rise. Already, Aunty Santha, a jovial 59-year old woman whose hands…

May 31, 2021

COMMENTARY, COVID-19, ECONOMICS, The Great Reset

Revisiting the Role of Government in the Economy

Government and the public sector have unique advantages that can be the catalyst for a vibrant, resilient, sustainable and fair economy.

July 26, 2020

COMMENTARY, COVID-19, ECONOMICS, The Great Reset

Is Penjana Kerjaya creating skilled jobs?

Penjana Kerjaya should incentivise industries towards skilled jobs with decent wages. Under current economic crisis, does it live up to this expectation?

July 25, 2020

COMMENTARY, COVID-19, ECONOMICS, The Great Reset

To set the path of economy recovery, the Government must step up job creation via a “Mission-Oriented” Industrial Policy

The RM35b PENJANA plan has its merits, but may still fall short in protecting jobs and supporting livelihoods. While some temporary reliefs are essential, the government must urgently look into a much-needed long-term economic reform for Malaysia.

June 15, 2020

COMMENTARY, COVID-19, ECONOMICS

Perkasa dasar sektor pekerjaan separa mahir

There is a suggestion that workers should be upskilled to increase their income during the COVID-19 crisis. But in fact, skilled workers in Malaysia are still being underpaid.

June 14, 2020

COMMENTARY, COVID-19, STATECRAFT

Why Dewan Negara should be made part of Malaysia’s Covid-19 success story

Dewan Negara should lead to a healthy debate on policy issues rather than political rhetoric synonymous with the Dewan Rakyat. Covid-19 has been an opportunity to have a relook at the Dewan Negara as an important part of the government’s check & balance.