In the race to appear green, are Malaysian companies saying too much or not enough? By: Dalilawati Zainal Sustainability is no longer a voluntary aspiration. It has become a business necessity. As climate risks, social inequalities and governance failures dominate global markets, companies face increasing pressure to show both performance and purpose. In this context, […]
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Malaysia’s BTR1 and a new role for the built environment By Zahiruddin Fitri Abu Hassan On 6 May 2025, Malaysia launched its First Biennial Transparency Report (BTR1) under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), reaffirming its commitment to measurable and transparent climate action. For the first time, Malaysia has laid out a
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By Nahrizul Adib Kadri I was never the loud one. Not in school. Not at family gatherings. Not in lecture halls, faculty meetings, or boardrooms. I’ve never felt the need to raise my voice just to be seen. I don’t dominate a room. I don’t seek the centre. But I’ve always been there. And over
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By: Professor Dato Dr Ahmad Ibrahim Palm oil has come a long way since assuming leadership of the global oil and fats business. It accounts for the largest share, more than a third, of the world trade in oils and fats. Malaysia can claim to have started the expansion. Indonesia is now the largest producer.
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By Nur Faizira Abdul Rahman By 2030, 15 per cent of our population is projected to be aged 60 and above, and Malaysia will become an aged nation. While the numbers climb, our readiness to care remains alarmingly low. Who will look after our older generation, and how? There are many shocking news headlines as
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By Nahrizul Adib Kadri He is the only Prime Minister I’ve ever shaken hands with. It was 2004, and I was a young lecturer—ambitious, uncertain, and just beginning to find my footing in academia. I had volunteered (read: forced) to help organise an international conference, more for the experience than anything else. On the day
Malaysia once had a party ruling for 60 years with a well-structured hierarchy. Young leaders were identified early— at universities and youth organizations— and gradually invited into politics. They were guided by mentors and seniors, starting from the bottom as Special Officers before taking on tougher roles like Private Secretaries (SUSK) or Political Secretaries (SUPOL).
By Suhaily Shahimi As sustainability takes centre stage in boardroom discussions across Malaysia, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting has evolved from a compliance exercise to a strategic imperative. Beyond glossy sustainability reports, the critical role of internal auditors — the silent guardians of governance — ensures that ESG disclosures reflect true organizational commitment to
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The origin of Chinese road names in Kuala Lumpur By Sofea Ellyza Hazizaan@Izan The streets of Kuala Lumpur hold stories of the city’s growth and the people who helped shape its identity. However, there is often little awareness or understanding about how many of the city’s Chinese road names came to be. Roads like Jalan
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How professional socialisation can empower them By Dalilah Aziz For many aspiring accountants, the journey toward professional success is not a linear trajectory. While some students seamlessly transition from university to prestigious employment, others, especially those from less privileged backgrounds, struggle to access opportunities. In many countries, including Malaysia, accountancy is perceived as an elite
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