How Malaysia’s WRP Asia Pacific Collapsed in 2026
Forced labour ban, RM140M alleged CEO fraud, 70% butadiene shock — how a 41-year glove empire supplying the NHS and 200 countries ended in 4,000 layoffs. The Rise of WRP…
Strengthening the “Floor” and “Ceiling” of the Malaysian Economy
Malaysia is currently pursuing a dual-track strategy: insulating the domestic economy through community-led resilience programs while aggressively expanding its high-value halal footprint in the Asia Pacific and beyond. RM68.52 Billion…
Advancing Digital and Service Ecosystems
Organisations are increasingly focusing on the “foundational layer” of service delivery—integrating AI, structured governance, and community support to meet the rising expectations of a digital-first economy. Sabah CX Day 2026…
CIMB-DBKL’s strategic collaboration aims to boost inclusive economic growthThe ‘Moving KL Forward – Kita Bagi Jadi’ bersama DBKL x CIMB MoC, aims to support local businesses through accelerated digital adoption while empowering the local creative economy
KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) — CIMB Bank Berhad (“CIMB” or “the Bank”) has entered into a Memorandum of Collaboration (“MoC”) with Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (“DBKL”), committing RM5 million…
ASEAN Economic & Business Briefing: Week Ending 19 April 2026
The ASEAN region is currently navigating a complex “triple-threat” of geopolitical energy shocks, uneven technological shifts, and a radical realignment of trade dependencies. While the collapse of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire…
Engineered to Outrun: Inside ABB’s New Command Centre for Malaysia’s Industrial Future
If the “Pikachu Collector” era of AI was about chasing the shiniest new toys, the industrial world has officially entered its “Grand Prix” phase. ABB Malaysia has just unveiled its…
Chief Market Strategist’s Weekly Preview
Monday, 20 April – Friday, 24 April 2026 The Weekly ‘Big Idea’ The formal collapse of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire has transitioned ASEAN markets from a state of cautious optimism to…