Malaysia

Malaysia’s Summer of Discontent?

During elections, people tend to be more inspired to voice their opinions on politics, governance, and democracy. Campaigning hasn’t officially started in Malaysia, but it’s encouraging to see that ordinary citizens have been so aggressive in recent weeks in pushing for various government reforms.

Published

9 years ago

May 14, 2012

Akanksha Singh

Bersih (clean), an electoral reform movement, surprised the government when it successfully mobilized thousands of people in the streets on April 28. It was reported to be the biggest rally ever held in Malaysia. But before Bersih, there were several “people power” initiatives that deserve recognition, such as the Occupy Dataran Merdeka, the student march against the “inefficient and exploitative” national school loan program, and the popular indignation against the operation of a rare earth refinery in the town of Kuantan.

Malaysia

Department of Foreign Trade (DFT) to organize Southern Trade Fair

The event will provide a platform for business negotiations and stimulate the economy, trade and investment in the three southern border provinces.

Published

2 years ago

April 19, 2019

National News Bureau of Thailand

DFT to organize Southern Border Trade Fair

BANGKOK, 18 April 2019 (NNT) – The Department of Foreign Trade (DFT) will organize a Southern Border Trade Fair to provide knowledge to entrepreneurs in preparation for accessing the Malaysian market.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s Star is Fading – Where Will Asia’s Next Financial Center Be?

Rising concerns over the interventionist policies of the Chinese government have led to Hong Kong losing its luster

Published

2 years ago

April 16, 2019

Chris Green

Not too long ago, it was universally agreed among the traders and bankers of the world that the city-state of Hong Kong was the place to do business in Asia.

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