Fear of DAP fuels Pakatan Nasional, fear of Dr M fuels critics
Prof. James Chin says “Pakatan Nasional is feasible because of two aims: to get rid of DAP in the government, and to stop Anwar from getting the prime minister’s post”.
Business offset okay but should be made public, says economist
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng says an offset in business transactions is meant to create a win-win situation for both parties but the details should be made public
Investors flee scandal-hit AirAsia counters
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng cited to expect AirAsia to survive these latest challenges as they remain a competitive and successful low cost carrier.
Wider trade surplus a sign of weakening economy?
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng explained that Malaysia’s exports have high import contents, given that Malaysia is a key participant of the global value chain.
Coronavirus outbreak–too early to mull fiscal stimulus for Malaysian economy, says economist
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng mentions that it is too early to contemplate a fiscal stimulus to counter the pandemic.
Diversified export market serves as Malaysia's antidote against coronavirus impact
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng said all trading countries including Malaysia, would surely feel the pinch but the impact would vary, given China’s big exposure to the global trade.
Economic stimulus package a good idea amid virus outbreak, say economists
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng says there is a cogent case for a stimulus package if the coronavirus’ containment efforts by China and other countries ends up unsuccessful by the first half of the year.
Wuhan virus: Uproar in Malaysia over outbreak takes on racial, xenophobic tones
Prof. James Chin comments on Malaysian reactions to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Wuhan virus unnerves investors
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng weighs in on the effectiveness of the Malaysian "Pakej Rangsangan Ekonomi Prihatin Rakyat", or COVID-19 economic stimulus package.
Mahathir Mohamad, Malaysia’s Prime Minister, Resigns
Prof. James Chin remarks, “The wonderful thing for Mahathir is that it is impossible for him to lose because heads he wins, tails he wins.”
Improved graft perception score welcome, but more must be done - observers
Prof. James Chin noted that the score reflected public support for crackdowns on cases involving those from the previous political regime.
Should Dr M be made a mentor minister?
Prof Yeah Kim Leng said the uncertainty over the government transition was unsettling the business community, giving Malaysia poor risk assessments.
