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Policies and Practices on Illicit Trade in Malaysia
Illicit trade continues to pose a significant challenge in Malaysia: It remains in the top 10 list of countries responsible for the...
Bait Al-Amanah
Feb 8, 20241 min read
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FMT Interview: Rethink strategy if Red Sea crisis prolongs, businesses advised
The Red Sea Shipping Crisis is an ongoing conflict that threatens to impact trade dynamics all over the world. Benedict Weerasena,...
Bait Al-Amanah
Jan 23, 20241 min read
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FMT : Economist sees ‘sustained price hikes’ as Malaysians struggle to stretch the ringgit
A little over a decade ago, RM100 was all Sundre Sadhu Singh needed for groceries, with change to spare. These days, though, the purple...
Bait Al-Amanah
Jan 21, 20241 min read
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Malaysia’s Economic Outlook for 2024
Bait Al Amanah (House of Trust) published an op-ed titled 'Malaysia’s Economic Outlook for 2024 ' authored by Chong Yoong Wen (Research...
Bait Al-Amanah
Jan 17, 20241 min read
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A Better Malaysia: Constitutional Monarchy, Parliamentary Democracy, Federalism, and the Rule of Law
Bait Al Amanah recently endorsed a timely statement initiated by Project - Stability and Accountability for Malaysia (Projek SAMA) a...
Bait Al-Amanah
Jan 16, 20243 min read
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Nikkei Asia Interview: Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ) a Positive Catalyst
Malaysia and Singapore have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Benedict...
Bait Al-Amanah
Jan 11, 20241 min read
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Menu Rahmah Has Been Helpful, But What’s Next?
By Humaira Shafril , Research Assistant at Bait Al Amanah A NOURISHING MEAL might appear routine for most people in Malaysia, but not so...
Bait Al-Amanah
Dec 14, 20233 min read
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FMT Interview : Rationalise subsidies through market liberalisation
It has been suggested that the government reduce its intervention in the marketplace and prioritise its liberalisation to achieve...
Bait Al-Amanah
Dec 14, 20231 min read
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FMT Interview: Relax work permit rules for skilled foreigner
Reposted from Free Malaysia Today, featuring Dr Abdul Razak Ahmad, the Founding Director of Bait Al Amanah (House of Trust). KUALA...
Bait Al-Amanah
Dec 13, 20232 min read
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FMT Interview: Lack of financial literacy worrying, say analysts
Times are bad, yet Malaysians are spending more. As a matter of fact, we have become used to spending money that we have yet to earn, and...
Bait Al-Amanah
Dec 12, 20231 min read
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Commentary: Raising service tax brings only minor benefits
Raising the service tax from 6% to 8% will barely have a material impact on the country’s coffers. Yugendran Sivakumaran of the think...
Bait Al-Amanah
Dec 5, 20231 min read
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FMT Interview : Malaysia’s stance on Gaza draws opposing reaction
Malaysia’s vocal support for Palestine in the ongoing Gaza conflict has elicited contrasting views on its impact on the country’s...
Bait Al-Amanah
Dec 1, 20231 min read
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FMT Interview: WeWork collapse raises questions of business viability
The fall of once high-flying start-up WeWork Inc has raised questions about the continued viability of the alternative workspaces...
Bait Al-Amanah
Nov 30, 20231 min read
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Level Up: The Benefits of Gaming and Esports in Schools
Bait Al Amanah (House of Trust) published an op-ed titled 'Level Up: The Benefits of Gaming and Esports in Schools' authored by Yugendran...
Bait Al-Amanah
Nov 30, 20231 min read
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Commentary: Thai land bridge may spell financial setbacks for Malaysian ports
In November 2023, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s stated that his country is considering a new proposal to revive a centuries-old...
Bait Al-Amanah
Nov 28, 20231 min read
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FMT Interview: Ringgit can hold its own against ‘attractive’ Asean currencies
The ringgit is unlikely to be left behind even as more funds flow in to support the currencies of Asean neighbours such as Indonesia,...
Bait Al-Amanah
Nov 24, 20231 min read
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XVIII International Conference: 7 C’s of AI Application in Academic Training
In our world where innovation is the heartbeat of progress, Artificial Intelligence (AI) emerges as the driving force reshaping the very...
Bait Al-Amanah
Nov 22, 20231 min read
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FMT Interview : GDP Growth in Q3 shows economy is resilient, stabilising
The gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate of 3.3% in the third quarter (Q3 2023) indicates the country’s economy is stabilising...
Bait Al-Amanah
Nov 20, 20231 min read
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FMT Interview: Property Market Face Challenges with The OPR at 3%
Though the property players are breathing a huge sigh of relief at BNM’s continued pause, the OPR at 3% remains a challenge for the...
Bait Al-Amanah
Nov 9, 20231 min read
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FMT Interview: Should BNM raise the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR)?
Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is set to announce its overnight policy rate (OPR) decision on November 2nd...
Bait Al-Amanah
Nov 2, 20231 min read
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