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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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The US Supreme Court delivered a stunning blow to the Trump administration by ruling that the President has no unilateral authority to impose broad tariffs. Although the decision has technically invalidated the legal basis for the trade barriers Mala... more

Although US-Iran nuclear talks continue, the US is building up its military presence in the region while Iran has reportedly secured missiles from Russia. Is there a diplomatic path to prevent tensions from boiling over? We discuss these developments... more

Perikatan Nasional has appointed Terengganu Chief Minister and vice-president of PAS, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, as chairman of the coalition, replacing Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. What does this signal about the direction of PN? We speak to ... more

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Pankaj C Kumar
Business commentator and columnist
Episode: SC Moves to Rein In Cash Trusts
Jeremy Lim
Vice President and Media Liaison of the Persatuan Pemilik Restoran & Bistro
Persatuan Pemilik Restoran & Bistro
Episode: F&B Sector Poised for Festive Season
Rika Naito
Senior Portfolio Manager at Nomura Asset Management
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Episode: The Investment Strategy to Adopt in a Fragmented World
Dr Ng Choy Peng
Associate Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering
National Defence University of Malaysia
Episode: Making Our Roads Safer This Festive Season
Professor Dr. Rafzah Ahmad Zaki
Professor of Epidemiology and Public Health
University of Malaya
Episode: Malaysia on TB Watch
Selena Ling
Chief Economist at OCBC Bank
OCBC Bank
Episode: Singapore’s Growth Outlook Brightens for 2026
Anishaa Sundramoorthy
Co-chairperson of the National Young Lawyers and Pupils Committee at the Bar Council
Bar Council Malaysia
Episode: Raising the Bar for Lawyers in Malaysia
Ivailo Dikov
Head of Japan Equities at East Spring in Singapore
East Spring
Episode: Sanaenomics Extra Fuel for Nikkei 225
Michael Cucek
Adjunct Professor, Department of Political Science
Temple University, Japan campus
Episode: LDP Landslide Victory in Snap Election

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Wong Shao Ning
Host of Morning Brief, focusing on delivering news analysis and insights for Malaysian audiences.

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The Investment Strategy to Adopt in a Fragmented World
Q: What investment themes should be adopted in Asia for 2026?
Focus on AI revolution, infrastructure related to semiconductors, and growth in MedTech.
The Investment Strategy to Adopt in a Fragmented World
Q: Is the trend of US underperformance expected to continue?
Yes, but it may be partly influenced by the resilience of US consumers, particularly in the election year.
Bersatu Purge Raises Questions of Survival
Q: Can Hamzah Zainuddin still hold the role of leader of the opposition if he's not party to Bersatu?
It might become untenable for him to hold that role as leadership within Perikatan National is resolved.
Bersatu Purge Raises Questions of Survival
Q: What options does Hamzah Zainuddin have now that he's out of Bersatu?
Given the anti-party hopping law, Hamzah Zainuddin is technically an independent MP and may align with either PAS or UMNO, but cannot officially join another party without declaring his seat vacant.
Bersatu Purge Raises Questions of Survival
Q: What actually led to the downfall of Dato Sri Hamzah Zainuddin, who was once a stalwart of Bersatu?
The downfall of Hamzah Zainuddin stemmed from long-simmering tensions within the party, culminating in his dismissal alongside other key leaders.

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