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WFH Mandate: Energy Saver or Economic Strain?
The government’s work-from-home directive aims to ease an energy crunch, but it may come with hidden economic costs. As fuel savings are weighed agai…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Battersea Exposed: Prestige or Public Liability?
Malaysia’s flagship Battersea Power Station investment is back under scrutiny as a whistleblower lawsuit raises allegations of financial misreporting…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Ukraine at Five: War, Fatigue and a Fight for Relevance
Five years into the war, Ukraine faces a shifting global landscape as attention turns to the Middle East and Western support becomes less certain. Wi…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
CPO in the Face of Energy Shocks
As the Iran conflict pushes Brent crude past US$100 a barrel, crude palm oil prices have also surged, reigniting the energy premium for the global ve…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Does the Boao Forum Still Matter?
Marking its 25th anniversary, the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) continues to draw regional leaders including Singapore’s prime minister, though this year…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Malaysia’s Economy at a Crossroads: Growth vs Global Risks
Bank Negara Malaysia’s latest reports show an economy entering 2026 with solid momentum, but facing rising external risks from geopolitical tensions,…
5 months ago
Road Safety Reckoning: Can Tougher Laws Save Lives?
A fatal crash in Klang has reignited concerns over Malaysia’s road safety crisis, with over 6,500 deaths in 2025 and motorcyclists accounting for the…
5 months ago
Water Security: Are We Investing Enough in Solutions?
Malaysia’s water security is under renewed scrutiny, with low dam levels, El Niño risks, and concerns over supply disruptions. While policymakers say…
5 months ago
Iran War: Off-Ramp or Ground Troops?
The conflict in Iran hits its 30-day mark without a clear sign that the US has an off-ramp to end the conflict. American allies are seeking to de-esc…
5 months ago
Flight Paths Rewritten Asia’s Airports Under Pressure
The Iran conflict has triggered a dramatic reshaping of global air travel, with Gulf traffic plunging over 70% in a single week and airlines scrambli…
5 months ago