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Malaysia’s inflation rate expected to remain negative in June

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah provides analysis of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in light of the implementation of the Recovery Movement Control Order.

Singapore’s election: Why aren’t the winners smiling?

Governance Studies Press
Prof Wong Chin Huat provides commentary on the 2020 Singaporean election results with regards to the People's Action Party (PAP) and Workers' Party rivalry.

Opposition, govt can now negotiate for reforms, support, says analyst

Governance Studies Press
Prof Wong Chin Huat believes the Malaysian government can consider a confidence-and-supply agreement as a mechanism to restore political stability.

Unhealthy to raise debt ceiling above 55% of GDP, economist warns

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah responds to former prime minister Najib Razak’s proposal to raise the statutory national debt limit to above 55% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Coronavirus recession rears its head

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah provides commentary on a post-moratorium economic relief scenario within Malaysia's economy.

Groups voice concern over govt’s response to Al Jazeera report

Governance Studies Press
In light of the Malaysia government crackdown on a recent Al Jazeera report, Prof. James Chin provides historical insight into media freedom in Malaysia.

Zuraida’s position precarious, says analyst

Governance Studies Press
Prof James Chin comments on an announcement that a paper for the implementation of local elections will be ready in 2021 for presentation to parliament.

Tricky balancing act in Malaysia

Governance Studies Press
Prof James Chin adds to commentary on the Malaysian political transitions early to mid 2020.

New poverty line calls for higher minimum wage, says economist

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah calls for policy reforms to ensure wages in Malaysia are sufficient for a minimum acceptable standard of living.

2021 growth forecast too optimistic, says economist

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah lays out domestic and international considerations in achieving the 6.9% to 7.5% 2021 Malaysian economy growth forecast projected by Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Stakeholders laud framework to facilitate provision of basic standard of living to marginalised communities

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah identifies key empowerment strategies to ensure an impactful National Social Protection Policy.

May unemployment rate of 5.3% cushioned by economic stimulus packages — economists

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah is of the view the labour market impact has been lessened due to multiple stimulus economic packages but unemployment could go up due to increase job losses