Malaysia’s economy shows resilience against global challenges, with Shan Saeed, Global Chief Economist at Juwai IQI, asserting that the country’s fundamentals are strengthening. While GDP growth may moderate to 4.3% amid external risks, Malaysia remains pivotal in ASEAN’s stability and integration, supported by strong demographics and strategic diplomacy.
From the left: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, China President Xi Jinping and PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim – picture credit FB Sultan Ibrahim BY TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 – President Xi Jinping’s recent state visit to Malaysia (April 15-17) has proven to be a watershed moment, solidifying a multifaceted partnership…
By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 – As the United States imposes tariffs on various nations, including Malaysia, concerns about economic survival have surfaced. However, Juwai IQI Global Chief Economist Shan Saeed, with 24 years of financial market experience, offers a reassuring perspective. Shan believes that while tariffs pose challenges, Malaysia’s…
By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH US President Donald Trump – File picture KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 – The resurgence of United States President Donald Trump’s tariff agenda presents a significant challenge to the global trading system. The reverberations of his previous trade policies still echo through global markets, and the prospect of a second…
By Tengku Noor Shamsiah Tengku Abdullah Putrajaya, Malaysia – In a landmark meeting on January 7, 2025, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Malaysian Prime Minister DatukSeri Anwar Ibrahim unveiled a series of ambitious new bilateral initiatives at the 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders’ Retreat. The leaders emphasized the strong foundation of trust and friendship between the…
