REFSA BRIEF

ECONOMICS, REFSA BRIEF, RESEARCH PAPER

RCEP: one small step, not a giant leap, for trade and growth in Malaysia

REFSA researcher Jaideep Singh unpacks the agreement to show that RCEP is a small step forward that mostly consolidates regional rules rather than a giant leap for trade and growth. Read the full report to find out more.

Michael Aw
February 10, 2022

ECONOMICS, Muhibah, REFSA BRIEF

Projek Muhibah Strategy #4 : Opening up Economic Sectors Safely

We outline different frameworks to structure the reopening of the economy in a manner that is safe, responsible and based on science and data in order to boost consumer confidence.

refsaorg
September 16, 2021

ECONOMICS, Muhibah, REFSA BRIEF

Projek Muhibah Strategy #3 : Continued and Targeted Economic Assistance to Employers and Employees

In #ProjekMuhibah Strategy 3, we propose a comprehensive strategy for governments to raise fiscal spending and provide immediate economic assistance to those hit-hardest by the pandemic.

refsaorg
July 12, 2021

ECONOMICS, Muhibah, REFSA BRIEF

#ProjekMuhibah Strategy 2 : Open Up Sectors Responsibly

Malaysia should tailor dynamic SOPs for different sectors and spaces using science and data-driven approaches. Read our full #ProjekMuhibah strategy 2 here.

refsaorg
July 2, 2021

ECONOMICS, Muhibah, REFSA BRIEF

#ProjekMuhibah Strategy 1 : FTTIS+V

Instead of blanket lockdowns, REFSA proposes #ProjekMuhibah Policy 1, which comprises a targeted Find, Test, Trace, Isolate, Support and Vaccinate (FTTISV) framework.

refsaorg
June 18, 2021

ECONOMICS, Muhibah, REFSA BRIEF

Introduction to the 10 Strategies to Save Jobs and Revive the Economy

How can the nation tackle the immediate challenges we face right here, right now? Here, we introduce 10 strategies on how to save jobs and revive the economy. Stay tuned as we release the policies in the coming weeks.

refsaorg
April 26, 2021

ECONOMICS, REFSA BRIEF, The Great Reset

The impact of COVID-19 on the Youth in Malaysia – a survey report

Based on a survey carried out at the height of the COVID-19 crisis in May 2020, this report highlights the impact of COVID-19 and the ensuing lockdowns on Malaysian youth. It is found that the youth are more vulnerable, with different age groups of youth experiencing different difficulties. Read the full report to find out more.

refsaorg
January 4, 2021

ECONOMICS, REFSA BRIEF, The Great Reset

Budget 2021: Ushering in the New Economic Paradigm

Budget 2021 will need to incorporate measures to ensure the survival of the economy in the short term, while balancing this with the creation of good jobs and a stronger social safety net, to lay the foundations for a dynamic economy in the future.

refsaorg
October 20, 2020

REFSA BRIEF, STATECRAFT

Reforming the Dewan Negara Part 2

In Part 2 of this series, using lessons gleaned from the Australian and Canadian senates, this paper critically analyse Malaysia’s Dewan Negara and explores options for reforms as well as challenges to their implementation.

refsaorg
October 3, 2020

COMMENTARY, ECONOMICS, REFSA BRIEF, The Great Reset

Can unemployment be overcome as COVID-19 cases increase?

We will see an increase in unemployment based on work experience and skills, especially abroad. With the slowing economic growth due to #COVID19, the government needs to do something beyond saving jobs alone.

refsaorg
October 1, 2020