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Malaysia's banking system can handle Covid-19 challenges, says BNM deputy governor

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah argues that our excess capital is 3.1 times larger than it was during the GFC. As such, the banking system is in a stronger position to absorb losses in the current crisis.

PAS set to make comeback in federal government after 42-year absence

Governance Studies Press
Prof Dr James Chin said the party would likely push for an Islamic state and conservative policies such as those implemented in Kelantan and Terengganu.

A longer wait could have resulted in more losses in revenue'

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah said the announcement was a welcome relief for businesses and companies that had not been allowed to operate.

Special Report: My Say: The elephant in the room

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah believes that the foreign worker situation in Malaysia has not turned into a crisis but there will likely be one if their Movement Control Order is extended further.

Don’t dip into reserves, Putrajaya told

Economic Studies Press
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng warns against dipping into the central bank reserves.

In The Spotlight: Malaysia's new PM who stunned a veteran warhorse

Governance Studies Press
Prof James Chin, comments on how ex-Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir was outmaneuvered by Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin in March 2020 to CGTN Digital.

Proper gear and attire vital for frontliners

Economic Studies Press
Prof. James Chin weighs in on the current Malaysian political transition.

Malaysia: Pre-COVID-19 Unemployment rate steady in February, but 2020 unemployment rate forecasted to rise

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah predicted that there will be a certain unemployment rate due to the Movement Control Order.

Gradually ease business restrictions during MCO

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah weighs in on Malaysia's economic status, mainly on local businesses, as the country enters the third phase of the Movement Control Order.

Baby boom in the time of Covid-19: Myth or fact?

Education & Social Studies Press
Prof Yeah said that a baby boom would be an advantage to the businesses who are in the related industry.

Job market on a knife-edge

Economic Studies Press

PETALING JAYA: The country's unemployment rate could hit the highest level in three decades as more Malaysians are likely to lose their jobs, largely due to the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.

Expert Cited

Proposals put forth on ways to restart businesses

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah weighs in on businesses restarting during the MCO extension and how it will help boost the economy