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Morning Brief

Opinion and analysis of today’s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Making The Freedom Of Information Act Work

    With the Freedom of Information Act set to be tabled by year’s end, Dr. Punitha Silivarajoo, Deputy Director General (Policy & Development) at the Legal Affairs Division, Prime Minister’s Department, discusses what it will take for the legislation to deliver true transparency and empower the rakyat with meaningful access to public information. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    The AI Boom: Still More Upside?

    The tech sector is still running hot with generative AI igniting unprecedented gains and propelling giants like Nvidia to new highs. Jonathan Curtis, CIO of Franklin Equity Group, talks to us about how with valuation as elevated as they are now, are there still legs to this rally? Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min

  3. 1 DAY AGO

    Malaysia's Judicial Vacuum Creates A Crisis

    The country is still waiting for the appointment of Malaysia's top judges. We ask Ragunath Kesavan, Former President, Malaysian Bar Council & Commissioner, SUHAKAM if there is a current judicial crisis and what should the priorities of this Madani government be to resolve the issues. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

  4. 2 DAYS AGO

    Trump’s On-Off Relations With Russia

    President Donald Trump is now threatening 100% tariffs on Russia and its trade partners unless the Ukraine war ends within 50 days, a 180° turn from his praises of President Vladimir Putin previously. Dr Alexey Muraviev, Associate Professor in National Security and Strategic Studies at Curtin University, for insights into the shifting dynamics of this global conflict. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min

  5. 2 DAYS AGO

    AI Chip Trade: Upholding International Obligations 

    As global technology trade intensifies, Malaysia is reinforcing its position as a critical, trusted hub in the semiconductor supply chain. Farlina Said, Senior Analyst at ISIS Malaysia, highlights essential factors namely robust enforcement and seamless industry transition in the implementation of the strategic trade permit on all US-origin high-performance AI chips. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min

  6. 2 DAYS AGO

    China’s Growth Surprises And What It Means

    China’s economy beat expectations with 5.2% GDP growth in the second quarter, buoyed by strong exports and robust industrial output. However, domestic demand remains weak and retail sales have disappointed. Gary Ng, a senior economist at Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking helps us sift through the numbers to see if Beijing can hit its full-year growth target of 5%. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min

  7. 3 DAYS AGO

    Minisiters, Managing Conflicting Interests

    Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Ghani has been tasked with temporarily overseeing the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability following the resignation of Nik Nazmi. With portflios seemingly at odds, how can conflict of interest and dilution of priorities be avoided? Meenakshi Raman, President, Sahabat Alam Malaysia tells us.Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min

  8. 3 DAYS AGO

    Singapore's GDP Surprises On The Upside 

    Singapore’s economy grew by 4.3% year-on-year in Q2 2025, beating expectations and avoiding a technical recession.  The rebound was driven by strong manufacturing and services performance but are there downside risks to growth for the rest of the year? Selena Ling, Chief Economist, OCBC Bank gives us her perspective whilst weighing in on whether Singapore economic model is at risk with the threat of tariffs. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    8 min
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Opinion and analysis of today’s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

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    2019 - 2025
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