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Morning Brief

BFM Media
Malaysia
Pakatan Harapan
China
Barisan Nasional
Perikatan Nasional
United States
ASEAN
Singapore
Negeri Sembilan
UMNO
South Korea
Artificial Intelligence
Indonesia
Tabung Haji
Oil Prices
Japan
Kuala Lumpur
Bersatu
World Bank
Iran

Opinion and analysis of today’s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

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Wong Chen has resigned as MP for Subang, and the Election Commission has confirmed there will be no by-election to replace him. That follows the resignations of Rafizi Ramli in Pandan and Nik Nazmi in Setiawangsa — three constituencies now without an... more

PKR's National Congress happens this weekend, following state election setbacks and high-profile leadership exits. Parti Keadilan Rakyat faces critical questions over voter dissatisfaction and its long-term strategic direction.

Sivarasa Rasiah, long... more

Malaysia has nearly 33,000 completed homes sitting unsold — and still, ordinary households say they can't afford a place of their own. The new National Housing Policy 2026-2035 promises one million affordable homes by 2035, scrapping the flat RM300,0... more

Malaysia dominated the global rubber glove industry during the pandemic, before collapsing demand and aggressive competition from lower-cost Chinese manufacturers brought the boom to an abrupt end. Now, Malaysian producers are clawing back market sha... more

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Khalid Bin Abdul Samad
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Episode: Amanah’s Strategy: A Broader Coalition?
Debbie Stothard
Founder of Altian Burma
Altian Burma
Episode: Can Myanmar Rebuild International Legitimacy?
Dato Liew Bin
President, Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA)
MRCA
Episode: Temu, Low Prices & Local Retail’s Fight
Anne Flaherty
Senior Economist at REA Group
REA Group
Episode: Australia's Housing Boom Faces a Reality Check
Afif Bahardin
Bersatu Supreme Leadership Council member and Pataling Jaya Bersatu Division Chief
Bersatu
Episode: Wiped Out in N9 & Johor: What Next for Bersatu?
Elizabeth Wong
PKR Central Leadership Council member and former Adun for Bukit Lanjan
PKR
Episode: PKR Faces a Defining Moment After Election Setbacks
Datuk Larry Sung Wei Shen
President of Parti Bangsa Malaysia
Parti Bangsa Malaysia
Episode: Could East Malaysia Lose Its Kingmaker Role?
Alan Lee
Founder and managing director, chief peopleologist at Peopleology
Peopleology
Episode: Business Lending Drives Malaysia's Credit Growth
Sarah Jane MacMood
Senior Analyst for South and Southeast Asian Banks, Bloomberg Intelligence
Bloomberg Intelligence
Episode: Business Lending Drives Malaysia's Credit Growth

Hosts

Rich Bradbury
Host of The Morning Run and related segments on a business-focused Malayasian station; frequent presenter on economics and policy segments.
Shazana Mokhtar
Co-host with roles across the Morning Run and related segments; frequent contributor on regional policy and market analysis.
Keith Kam
Co-host noted for market commentary and policy discussions; appears across multiple show segments.

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Could UMNO's Momentum Force an Early GE16?
Q: Taken together, what do these results tell us about UMNO's current position and level of support, and can the party sustain this performance as it looks ahead to GE16?
Adib explains that the results reflect a combination of favorable momentum for UMNO, their alliance with Perikatan Nasional preventing vote-splitting, and internal weaknesses within Pakatan Harapan; the overall takeaway is cautious optimism about sustaining gains, with ongoing internal balancing required to translate state wins into federal leverage.
Temu, Low Prices & Local Retail’s Fight
Q: And how much of the pressure facing Malaysian retailers is really about Temu or Pinduoduo? And how much reflects a broader shift in consumer behaviour towards cross-border e-commerce?
The guest explains that while Temu/Pinduoduo are significant, there's a broader shift in consumer behavior towards cheap cross-border goods, with subsidies and 13% versus 10% incentives cited as a core driver of price competition; there is concern this creates an uneven playing field affecting local retailers and jobs.
Can Borneo Remain Malaysia's Political Kingmaker?
Q: Okay, to get some perspective on this, do you agree with the assessment that a simple majority could weaken East Malaysia's bargaining power?
Shafi Abdal cautions that while numbers matter, the broader principles of nation-building and constitutional rights for Sabah and Sarawak must guide any alignment, suggesting that genuine consensus and respect for the federation's foundational agreements are essential beyond sheer seat counts.
After N9 Loss, What’s Next for DAP?
Q: What does this result tell us about DAP's position within Pakatan today?
James Chin explains that DAP remains the main engine of Pakatan Harapan, retaining influence and leadership within the coalition, despite losing some seats and facing internal pressure.
Could East Malaysia Lose Its Kingmaker Role?
Q: What do you think explains why the issue struck such a chord with the public?
The public responds to the clear pattern of shifting alliances and the potential risk to the regional balance; voters are watching how East Malaysian leverage could be impacted by stronger peninsular blocs, which makes MA63 negotiations more urgent and relevant to ongoing development needs.

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A concise, broadly scoped look at regional economics, policy, and business trends with a focus on Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Episodes frequently cover government policy shifts, macroeconomic dynamics, regulatory changes, and regional market implications, often featuring economists, policymakers, and industry leaders. The show tends to blend practical business implications with timely political and regulatory analysis, making it useful for decision-makers, investors, and corporate communications teams looking to understand how policy moves translate into market outcomes. Noteworthy is the willingness to bridge local policy with global trends, including monetary policy spillovers, capital markets reform, and regional security considerations... more

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