Malaysia’s economy is projected to sustain steady growth in 2025 of above 5%, despite slowing in the last quarter of 2024, signalling risks ahead in the year ahead. 

Even with uncertainty looming over the impact of Donald Trump’s trade policies, analysts say that the newly launched Johor-Singapore special economic zone is poised to spark renewed interest on the business front.

What are the potential gridlocks that lie ahead and will Johor Bahru’s transport system be able to cope with the projected surge in commuters?

On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Oh Ei Sun, Principal Adviser at the Pacific Research Center of Malaysia & Senior Fellow of the Singapore Institute of International Affairs shares his insights.

Presented by: Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang
Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul Asrar
Photo credits: BT File

Malaysia&rsquo;s economy is projected to sustain steady growth in 2025 of above 5%, despite slowing in the last quarter of 2024, signalling risks ahead in the year ahead.&nbsp;
Even with uncertainty looming over the impact of Donald Trump&rsquo;s trade policies, analysts say that the newly launched Johor-Singapore special economic zone is poised to spark renewed interest on the business front.
What are the potential gridlocks that lie ahead and will Johor Bahru&rsquo;s transport system be able to cope with the projected surge in commuters?
On this episode of Morning Shot,&nbsp;Dr Oh Ei Sun, Principal Adviser at the Pacific Research Center of Malaysia &amp; Senior Fellow of the Singapore Institute of International Affairs shares his insights.
Presented by: Emaad Akhtar &amp; Ryan Huang Produced &amp; Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul Asrar Photo credits: BT File

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Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; and what&rsquo;s worth your attention.
And it&rsquo;s not just talk &mdash; it&rsquo;s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.