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The 13th Malaysia Plan: Global Context and Strategic Challenges

Malaysia faces rising global fragmentation, digital disruption, and protectionism. The re-imposition of US tariffs (19% on most exports) underscores the politicisation of trade. Malaysia’s economic diplomacy aims to manage asymmetries rather than seek perfect outcomes.

Safeguarding Trade Principles

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Indonesia’s Trade Deal with the US raises some key concerns and implications. Datuk Prof Dr Mohd Faiz Abdullah, Chairman of Institue of Strategic and International Studies Malaysia urge countries like Malaysia to tread carefully, preserving autonomy and resisting coersive diplomacy dressed as cooperation.

Time for SEA and Europe to Redefine Terms of Engagement

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Trade must be a bridge, not a barrier. It should allow us to exchange goods, services, and ideas – not to export one society's preferences as universal truths. Rules and standards do not descend from the heavens; they are shaped by experience, context, and national choices.

Most Malaysians Not Affected by Increase in Electricity Tariff.

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Eighty-five percent of the rakyat will not be affected by an increase in electricity tariff. This assurance was given by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in Parliament today. In replying to a question by Machang MP, the PM said those affected in the increase, expected to be implemented in July, were the industries and T15 percent higher income bracket of Malaysians.

China-US Trade Likely to Dominate ASEAN Summit

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The contentious China and the US trade relationship is likely to be one of the key issues to be dominate discussions between leaders of ASEAN when to meet in Kuala Lumpur for the ASEAN summit. Geopolitical analyst Prof Dr Azmi Hassan said as chairman of ASEAN, the challenge for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is how to maneuver and arrive to a decision on critical issues among member states.
Channel 10 Malaysia October 24, 2025