Malaysian King's advice on PM Muhyiddin's budget causes stir
Prof Wong Chin Huat said while the "royal advice" would likely help Mr Muhyiddin avoid outright defeat of the budget, the King's intervention is unusual.
IMF too optimistic about 2021 rebound, say two economists
Prof. Yeah said even a growth rate of 5-6% next year was only possible if Covid-19 is contained and borders reopened.
Short-term gain, long-term pain if Umno accepts DPM’s post, says analyst
Prof. James Chin was quoted in his consideration of the best UMNO candidate for Malaysia's deputy prime minister post, if offered by the new PN government.
Divided views on impact of US presidential election
Prof. James Chin believes Malaysians are not so concerned about what happens in the United States, in favour of more immediate local politics.
Budget 2021: Covid-19 measures rightly take priority, but it’s time to future-proof economy, say experts
Prof Yeah Kim Leng identifies areas pertinent to COVID-19 recovery in planning Malaysia's 2021 budget.
Malaysian PM’s slender parliamentary majority faces crucial budget vote
As Malaysia's 2021 budget presentations occur in Parliament, Prof Yeah Kim Leng comments on the economic impacts of a no-confidence budget vote.
Malaysian PM hangs on as Anwar's chance slips away, for now
Prof. James Chin speculates that a month after Anwar launched his attempt to become prime minister, PM Muhyiddin and his 2021 budget will survive.
Malaysia's budget today could be largest in its history
Prof. Woo Wing Thye comments on the upcoming 2021 Malaysian budget and hopes to see a direct infusion of purchasing power through government spending.
Analyst: Defeating Budget 2021 bill is Anwar's last chance
Prof. James Chin said the outcome of the UMNO council meeting has dimmed the chances of Anwar becoming a prime minister.
Malaysia Leader Up Against Friends and Foes in Sabah Election
Political analyst Prof Wong Chin Huat weighs in on whether PM Muhyiddin would be in a strong position to claim that UMNO is damaged.
Malaysia’s economic recovery still weak
Prof Yeah Kim Leng weighs in on Malaysia's economic recovery during the country's Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO), highlighting factors of personal consumption and commodity exports.
Economists laud Kita Prihatin package
Prof Yeah Kim Leng comments on the government relief provided in the Kita Prihatin package.
