Consider This: Are We All Financialised? How Modern Finance Shapes Our World
A recent report by Khazanah Research Institute (KRI), ‘The Financialisation of Our Lives: Values and Trade-offs,’ helps to shed light on how financial systems, which were initially designed to fuel economic growth, are now fuelling household debt. With the proliferation of financial schemes like Buy Now Pay Later, how do modern financial practices affect our daily lives and long-term financial health? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Suraya Ismail, Director of Research at Khazanah Research Institute, and Shereen Hazirah Hishamudin Senior Research Associate at KRI.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Consider This: Malaysian Palm Oil (Part 1) — Impact of New EU Rules on Smallholders
The Malaysian palm oil sector, which is the second-largest producer globally after Indonesia, is facing mounting challenges, particularly from the European Union's incoming Deforestation Regulation. This regulation aims to halt the sale of any products linked to deforestation in its markets. Despite efforts to promote sustainability through certification schemes like MSPO and RSPO, questions remain: Can certification alone redeem palm oil's tarnished reputation? And how might the EU’s new regulation impact smallholders, who produce about 40% of the total output of palm oil in Malaysia? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Serina Rahman, Lecturer at the Department of Southeast Asian Studies at National University of Singapore, where her research interests include political ecology through the lens of environmental anthropology and ethnography.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Consider This: Malaysian Palm Oil (Part 2) — Navigating EU's Deforestation Regulation
The Malaysian palm oil sector, which is the second-largest producer globally after Indonesia, is facing mounting challenges, particularly from the European Union's incoming Deforestation Regulation. This regulation aims to halt the sale of any products linked to deforestation in its markets. Despite efforts to promote sustainability through certification schemes like MSPO and RSPO, questions remain: Can certification alone redeem palm oil's tarnished reputation? And how might the EU’s new regulation impact smallholders, who produce about 40% of the total output of palm oil in Malaysia? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Khor Yu Leng, Senior Economist at Segi Enam Advisors & Associate Director for Sustainability at the Singapore Institute of International Affairs.
Mon Jun 10 2024
![UK trader heads to trial on charges of defrauding Danish state in 'cum-ex' case UK trader heads to trial on charges of defrauding Danish state in 'cum-ex' case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51710131190_Tax.jpg)
UK trader heads to trial on charges of defrauding Danish state in 'cum-ex' case
The case is expected to be significant for the Danish welfare state and tax authorities around the world.
Mon Mar 11 2024
![Malaysia's aged population to grow at 4.5 pct CAGR from 2022-2030 - RHB Research Malaysia's aged population to grow at 4.5 pct CAGR from 2022-2030 - RHB Research](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41692946642_BangunanKL.jpg)
Malaysia's aged population to grow at 4.5 pct CAGR from 2022-2030 - RHB Research
Research reveals the rapid shift towards an ageing demographic status would mean a continuation of the decline of the working population.
Wed Nov 08 2023
![Over 100 victims of investment scams provide further statements to SSM Over 100 victims of investment scams provide further statements to SSM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/41687347864_TBMusaHassan.jpg)
Over 100 victims of investment scams provide further statements to SSM
Datuk Hishamuddin Hashim said the victims lost over RM1 million to scammers running bogus investment schemes.
Wed Jun 21 2023
![From highs to lows, Everest record breaker sees 'no future' in Nepal From highs to lows, Everest record breaker sees 'no future' in Nepal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/51685444714_KamiRitaSherpa.jpg)
From highs to lows, Everest record breaker sees 'no future' in Nepal
The government does little for the welfare of the sherpas, Kami Rita said, urging authorities to launch welfare schemes.
Sat Jun 03 2023
![No projects under youth housing schemes announced by previous govt implemented - Akmal Nasir No projects under youth housing schemes announced by previous govt implemented - Akmal Nasir](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/51684825466_AkmalNasrullahMohd.jpg)
No projects under youth housing schemes announced by previous govt implemented - Akmal Nasir
When there is a change in govt, the new administration will review the proposed initiative and study the cause of its failure.
Tue May 23 2023
![Median EPF savings of all Malaysians down 50pct, that's why no more withdrawals allowed - Ahmad Maslan Median EPF savings of all Malaysians down 50pct, that's why no more withdrawals allowed - Ahmad Maslan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/81613129293_KWSPLogo.jpg)
Median EPF savings of all Malaysians down 50pct, that's why no more withdrawals allowed - Ahmad Maslan
More than RM145 bln was withdrawn by 8.1 mln individuals during the pandemic under four special withdrawal schemes, Ahmad Maslan said.
Thu Feb 16 2023
![Monsoon aid amounting to RM9.7 mln for Felda settlers Monsoon aid amounting to RM9.7 mln for Felda settlers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/41673069927_TBPENOREHGETAHMONSOO.jpg)
Monsoon aid amounting to RM9.7 mln for Felda settlers
Felda will provide Monsoon Season Aid (BMT) amounting to RM9.7 million to 12,138 eligible rubber tappers in its land schemes nationwide.
Sat Jan 07 2023
![India's 'untouchable' women face discrimination even in schemes meant to help them India's 'untouchable' women face discrimination even in schemes meant to help them](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/61672279021_INDIA.jpg)
India's 'untouchable' women face discrimination even in schemes meant to help them
India officially outlawed caste-based discrimination but it continues to be a fact of life for the estimated 200 million Dalit population.
Thu Dec 29 2022
![Online scams push Chinese victims into debt and shame Online scams push Chinese victims into debt and shame](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/61668404223_SCAM.jpg)
Online scams push Chinese victims into debt and shame
Known as "pig butchering", the schemes are operated by crime syndicates that force human trafficking victims to swindle their compatriots.
Mon Nov 14 2022
![Malaysia brings home 15 victims of Cambodian cybercrime racket Malaysia brings home 15 victims of Cambodian cybercrime racket](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/71663817276_Cambodia.jpg)
Malaysia brings home 15 victims of Cambodian cybercrime racket
Malaysia said it had received 301 reports of people trapped by the job scam networks in Cambodia, as well as in Laos, Myanmar and Thailand.
Thu Sep 22 2022
![SC continues efforts to raise awareness on investment scams SC continues efforts to raise awareness on investment scams](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81633628390_SCM.jpg)
SC continues efforts to raise awareness on investment scams
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has continued its efforts to raise awareness among investors, including educating them on scams involving investment schemes.
Mon Mar 28 2022
![SC alerts public on rise in investment scams promoted on Telegram SC alerts public on rise in investment scams promoted on Telegram](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-04/71522569195_Telegram.jpg)
SC alerts public on rise in investment scams promoted on Telegram
These fraudulent schemes offer non-existent investment opportunities, promising very attractive and risk-free returns within a short time.
Tue Mar 15 2022