Economic Studies

    Interdisciplinary & Analytical

JCI is home to a strong pedigree of economic researchers aimed at developing countries in Asia and their linkages to international trade, finance and development.

    Solution-driven

Our empirically-driven economic research supports sustainable solutions towards alleviating poverty, inequality and regional integration.

Latest Publications

Related Events

Sorry no result were found for your search.

Related Op-Eds/Press Coverage

Malaysia unlikely to post positive growth in 4Q

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah said the country’s recovery momentum remains intact with a better than expected GDP growth in 3Q20, although Malaysia is now officially in recession given the two consecutive quarters of contraction.

Economists laud Environmental, Social and Governance measures in Budget 2021

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah pointed out that the tax incentives will make it more attractive for issuers compared conventional financing.

Economists largely expect GDP to still contract in 3Q, but in low single digit

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah expects GDP to contract in 3Q, by a low single digit.

Asia forms world’s biggest trade bloc

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah said agreement is an affirmation of the importance of lowering trade barriers. This means prospering each other through a mutually beneficial exchange of goods and services

Budget 2021 initiatives will save jobs, keep companies afloat, say economists

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah provides commentary on a post-moratorium economic relief scenario within Malaysia's economy.

Budget 2021: Economists oppose EPF Account 1 withdrawals

Economic Studies Press
Prof Yeah states that the EPF withdrawals is not a good idea for low and middle-income groups