Analyst tells why a PH government, minus PPBM, may not last
Prof Dr James Chin said that if Anwar succeeds in becoming PM, he will bring in more Malays.
A booster shot that ‘hits the nail on the head’
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng assumes the package has to be funded entirely through borrowings, Malaysia’s debt level will only be raised by a minimal 0.2% of GDP from the current 70% level.
Tax reliefs and loan deferrals in Covid-19 stimulus package?
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng suggests a tax break to stimulate spending in the affected industries and as a relief to cash-strapped firms and businesses would not be an issue “as long as it is within prudential limits”.
Political mess impedes policies implementation
Professor Dr Yeah Kim Leng stated that said market investors are looking for political stability above any other concerns that affect the economy.
Ringgit will not face extreme volatility thanks to managed float
Professor Dr Yeah Kim Leng mentioned that despite troubles, the currency is unlikely to decline to its worst even after the new government is constituted.
Malaysia’s Geriatric Palace Intrigues Are Causing Political Turmoil
Prof James Chin said that hushed, closed-door meetings, backdoor plots, and obtuse power plays are a very typical Malaysian way of doing politics.
Stimulus package ‘clever’, say economists, but employers call it ‘muddled’
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng said it was crucial to support low-income households.
Should GPS stay neutral?
Prof James Chin said Abang Johari’s job “is on the line” facing his first electoral test, and all the political noise is something he does not need at this stage.
Mahathir resignation leaves coalition's campaign promises hanging
Prof James Chin said The Mahathir-led government had a steep learning curve, as most of the cabinet ministers were inexperienced.
Analyst: Sabah, Sarawak should play hardball if new coalition comes knocking
Prof. James Chin said Parti Warisan Sabah and Gabungan Parti Sarawak could contribute 27 seats to the rumoured Perikatan Nasional (PN) to tip the balance in its favour.
Malaysian leader and elder statesman, offers to resign amid power struggle
"This will give [Mahathir] maximum flexibility; he can start everything on a clean new slate," said Prof. James Chin. "He holds all the cards."
Malaysia’s Mahathir unexpectedly quit as prime minister — but he could come back
Prof James Chin, comments on how ex-Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir was outmaneuvered by Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin in February 2020 to CNBC
