The 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders' Retreat witnessed the official agreement to establish the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ), which is expected to catalyse economic returns on both sides of the Causeway. We speak to Dr. Walter Theseira of the Singapore University of Social Sciences on the potential growth levers and challenges to overcome in making the SEZ a success.



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The 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders' Retreat witnessed the official agreement to establish the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ), which is expected to catalyse economic returns on both sides of the Causeway. We speak to Dr. Walter Theseira of the Singapore University of Social Sciences on the potential growth levers and challenges to overcome in making the SEZ a success.Image Credit: Shutterstock.com

Opinion and analysis of today’s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

Opinion and analysis of today&rsquo;s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

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Johor-Singapore SEZ Spurs Cross-Causeway Optimism

From rising tensions between local and federal powers to increasing demands for autonomy and justice under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), Ariff Adi Putera Anwar, Research Associate at the Institute for Development Studies, offers a deep dive into Sabah’s evolving political landscape. We look into Sabah’s political landscape, examining public sentiment toward Anwar Ibrahim’s administration, shifting party alliances, and key issues shaping the state’s electoral future.



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From rising tensions between local and federal powers to increasing demands for autonomy and justice under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), Ariff Adi Putera Anwar, Research Associate at the Institute for Development Studies, offers a deep dive into Sabah’s evolving political landscape. We look into Sabah’s political landscape, examining public sentiment toward Anwar Ibrahim’s administration, shifting party alliances, and key issues shaping the state’s electoral future.Image Credit: Shutterstock.com

Sabah Rising: Autonomy, Allegiances And Accountability

Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz has officially stepped down from the party and announced his intention to join Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR). This move was not a surprise, but we ask Adib Zalkapli, Managing Director, Viewfinder Global Affairs what this means for the dynamics between Umno and PH and the inevitable cabinet reshuffle.



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Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz has officially stepped down from the party and announced his intention to join Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR). This move was not a surprise, but we ask Adib Zalkapli, Managing Director, Viewfinder Global Affairs what this means for the dynamics between Umno and PH and the inevitable cabinet reshuffle.Image Credit: Shutterstock.com

Musical Chairs, The Game Politicians Play

The 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue was recently held in Singapore gathering defense ministers, military chiefs, and senior officials from nearly 50 countries. Dr Malcolm Davis, a security analyst at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, unpacks the key takeaways from this meeting with Beijing and Washington engaging in multiple diplomatic attacks during the event.



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The 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue was recently held in Singapore gathering defense ministers, military chiefs, and senior officials from nearly 50 countries. Dr Malcolm Davis, a security analyst at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, unpacks the key takeaways from this meeting with Beijing and Washington engaging in multiple diplomatic attacks during the event.Image Credit: Shutterstock.com

Johor-Singapore SEZ Spurs Cross-Causeway Optimism

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