It is almost a year since Pakatan Harapan (PH) took office. The macroeconomic implications of their decisions are becoming clearer – certain infrastructure projects remain suspended and are pending review, with the US$20 billion East Coast Rail Link capturing headlines due to conflicting reports about its status. Projects such as Forest City and Iskandar Malaysia have been affected by domestic developments which have limited or deterred foreign investors. Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s determination to embark on a third national car project is also adding to concerns about Malaysia’s fiscal health. Factors such as these create a challenging landscape for foreign investors, even as the newly established National Economic Action Council strives to stimulate economic growth.
- What is the prevailing attitude about investing in Malaysia among Singaporean and international firms?
- How have PH’s policies contributed to this attitude?
- How should the Malaysian government position itself to address these concerns and bolster investor confidence? What challenges could it face in attempting to do so?
Panellists:
Mr. Edward Lee, Chief Economist, ASEAN and South Asia, Standard Chartered Bank, Singapore Branch
Dr. Oh Ei Sun, Senior Fellow, Singapore Institute of International Affairs
Moderator:
Associate Professor Simon Tay, Chairman, Singapore Institute of International Affairs
Event Details
Topic: Malaysia’s Investment Climate in 2019
Date: Thursday, 25 April 2019
Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm (Registration begins at 5:30pm; talk commences at 6:00pm.)
Venue: Singapore Institute of International Affairs
60A Orchard Road (Level 4M) Tower 1,
The Atrium @ Orchard, International Involvement Hub,
Singapore 238890
Dress Code: Office Attire
Programme:
5:30pm Registration
6:00pm Opening Remarks by Associate Professor Simon Tay
6:05pm Remarks by Panellists on the Malaysia’s Investment Climate in 2019
6:30pm Discussion and Q&A Session
6:55pm Closing Remarks by Associate Professor Simon Tay
7:00pm Programme Ends
Registration:
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