In various reports and briefs, REFSA has been advocating for the nation to adopt a mission-oriented approach to tackle the challenges of our current times, be it the current economic…
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Build Back Better Explained
As Malaysia ponders upon Budget 2021, we should think about “build back better” as the ultimate objective for the nation. Here’s the “What, Why and How” explainer of this term.
Budget 2021: A New Economic Paradigm?
A series of graphics that outline the reasoning and measures designed to create good jobs and orient the economy towards a higher added-value and greener future.
Understanding the Budget and its process
With the announcement of Budget 2021 approaching, here are some tips about what is the Budget, what it entails and its process to get approved in Parliament.
What is the "Confidence and Supply Agreement"
What exactly is a “Confidence and Supply Agreement”. Here, are some short explanations that will help you understand what does it entail, and what does it mean for the nation.
COVID-19 Stimulus Tracker June 2020
RESEARCH JUNE 12, 2020COVID-19 STIMULUS TRACKER – as at June 2020 INTRODUCTIONIn early April, REFSA prepared a comparison of the COVID-19 related stimulus packages in Malaysia, Singapore and the United Kingdom.…
INFOGRAPHICS 5: UPDATED ANNOUNCED GOVERNMENT STIMULUS IN % OF GDP, BY COUNTRY (AS AT 6 APRIL 2020)
The nominal amounts are taken directly from the government announcements or related news reports, and converted in USD in order to be able to compare.
INFOGRAPHICS 4: ANNOUNCED FISCAL STIMULUS IN % OF GDP, BY COUNTRY (AS AT 27 MARCH 2020)
We updated our chart after the announcement of the second stimulus package yesterday. More detail on implementation is required, but at first sight it looks somewhat underwhelming in terms of…
INFOGRAPHCIS 3: ANNOUNCED FISCAL STIMULUS IN % OF GDP, BY COUNTRY (AS AT 23 MARCH 2020)
To overcome this economic crisis caused by Covid-19, countries around the world are preparing stimulus packages to help their economy, often committing unprecedented sums.
INFOGRAPHICS 2: COMBAT COVID-19 THROUGH A WHOLE-OF-SOCIETY APPROACH
To fight the virus outbreak we need to flatten the curve. Let’s each do our part, together. Stay Safe, and stay informed!