Press

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JCI Fellows are often interviewed or quoted in the media due to their expertise.

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JCI Events also make the news for their impact and the political statements it makes.

Relief for nation

Governance Studies Press
Despite the PN government not backing down, Prof. James Chin projected that Jasa will retain its functions but rebranded as something else.

Can Dr M's fledgling Pejuang really be GE15 ‘kingmaker’? Pundits say Muhyiddin's move, numbers will be the answer

Governance Studies Press
Prof. James Chin speaks extensively to MalayMail on the prospects of Pejuang palying the role of kingmaker, depending on the strength of government party Bersatu.

Sarawak telco won’t be white elephant, says academic

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah Kim Leng responds to the Sarawak government's move to set up a state-owned telecommunications company.

Question marks over revival of National Service

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah Kim Leng cautions against revival of National Service without sufficient review of its efficiency.

Covid-19 Infections Surge at One of World’s Largest Medical Glove Makers

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah Kim Leng opines Malaysia's economic recovery will not occur unless strict lockdown measures are in place.

Cover Story: The economic impact of a Biden presidency

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah Kim Leng comments on the Biden administration's prospects to enliven the United States' economic prospects.

Anwar: Budget 2021 still needs review

Governance Studies Press
Prof. James Chin speculates that following established protocol, Malaysian PM Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has more than enough MPs to approve Budget 2021.

Explain decision to stop Gateway project, Melaka govt urged

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah Kim Leng suggests disclosing the rationale for the cancellation of the Melaka Gateway project as transparency is a key factor in securing investment.

Analysts scoff at Mahathir’s unity govt ploy to block Anwar

Governance Studies Press
Prof. James Chin asserts that as long as Mahathir is still around, he will do his best to stand in the way of Anwar’s pursuit of helming the top post.

Vulnerable groups adequately covered by budget, says economist

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah Kim Leng evaluates the effectiveness of the Malaysian Bantuan Prihatin Rakyat government aid allocation towards persons with disabilities and those from lower income households.

Opposition MPs may abstain from the budget vote, say analysts

Governance Studies Press
Prof. James Chin was cited saying the number of MPs abstaining from the budget vote may be higher this year.

Malaysian PM Muhyiddin welcomes feedback for budget amid criticism for reviving propaganda machinery

Governance Studies Press
Prof Wong Chin Huat said with PM Muhyiddin putting politics before the pandemic, it may just make him an easier target at the next general election.