By Shan Saeed, Global Chief Economist, Juwai IQI KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 — This year, I coined the term “Fabulous Five” (MITPV) to describe the five economies poised to shape ASEAN’s macroeconomic and investment trajectory over the next 10 to 20 years — Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines and Vietnam. Collectively, these five economies represent the undisputed…
Equinix’s new KL2 data centre in Cyberjaya is the latest — and largest — signal that global operators are doubling down on Malaysia. But as investment pours in, a sharper question is emerging: who captures the real value? By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 – When Equinix announced last Monday that…
BY PHUBIEYAS AHMAD KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, announced a limited-time offer with exceptional fares to select destinations across its global network, inviting travelers across Southeast Asia to discover new cultures, explore vibrant cities and reconnect with loved ones. Guests can enjoy up to 30% off Economy…
Decision to determine whether challenge to quia timet injunction proceeds to full hearing By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUCHING, May 13 – The High Court here has fixed May 20 to deliver its decision on preliminary objections in a legal dispute involving Cahya Mata Sarawak Berhad and Mahmud Abu Bekir Taib. The matter came before Kuching High…
BY TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH SINGAPORE/MANILA, May 4 – ASEAN+3 needs to urgently strengthen cross-border payment connectivity to support regional integration and resilience amid rising global fragmentation and rapid digital transformation, according to a new policy perspectives paper published today by the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO). The paper was formally welcomed at the…
