Economic Studies Press

If Socso's funds drop, government will provide aid'

Prof Yeah commented on government relief efforts in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Penjana well covered to help kick-start economic recovery in pandemic crisis - economists

Prof Yeah comments on impact of government relief during the COVID-19 pandemic and its prospects for economic relief.

NST Leader: Economic Recovery Plan

Prof Yeah comments on the Economic Recovery Plan's (ERP) impact on restoring the economy.

High-speed rail key to Bandar Malaysia’s success, says economist

Prof Yeah proposed sustainable development of the Bandar Malaysia project through linking it with the high-speed rail project to Singapore, preventing a retail and commercial space glut.

Lure Hongkongers fleeing security law, Putrajaya urged

Prof Yeah comments on the viability of the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme for migrating Hong Kong residents.

The State of the Nation: Disinflationary pattern strengthens further rate cut odds

Prof Yeah provides an analysis of Brent crude oil prices in light of the global economic slowdown caused by COVID-19.

Economist sees loss of glamour in paper qualifications post-Covid-19

Prof Yeah said a lot of industries would change the way they operate. The medical industry, for example, might undergo a transformation towards telemedicine.

How will Malaysia's environment fare after the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions?

Prof Yeah noted that the three stimulus packages totalled RM35 billion (US$8 billion) in direct government spending.

Change in spending behaviour

Prof Yeah said rising unemployment would not bode well for private consumption, which makes up nearly 60pc of the country’s gross domestic product.

Contraction of economy in Singapore will have drastic impact on businesses and supply chain

Prof Yeah said exports to Singapore are expected to decline, alongside an already declining demand for Malaysian labour.

Dent in Malaysians' spending

Prof Yeah said rising unemployment would not bode well for private consumption, which makes up nearly 60 per cent of the country’s gross domestic product.

‘Focus economic strategy on production, services’

Prof Yeah uses the example of rice imports from our Southeast Asian neighbours to explain and argue for the concept of “comparative advantage” principle.