Morning Brief

0:35 - Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has made his first appearance on the Democratic debate stage, where he fielded heated criticism from other candidates 6:56 - The UK has announced its plans for immigration post-Brexit, which will adopt a points-based system similar to that used in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:35 - Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has made his first appearance on the Democratic debate stage, where he fielded heated criticism from other candidates 6:56 - The UK has announced its plans for immigration post-Brexit, which will adopt a points-based system similar to that used in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Japan’s economy appears to be on the brink of recession with hits from the Covid-19 outbreak as well as a startling quarterly GDP contraction of 6.3%. We dive into the issue with Alvin Liew, Senior Economist from UOB Singapore, discussing the sales tax hike, stimulus packages and the death of Abenomics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Japan’s economy appears to be on the brink of recession with hits from the Covid-19 outbreak as well as a startling quarterly GDP contraction of 6.3%. We dive into the issue with Alvin Liew, Senior Economist from UOB Singapore, discussing the sales tax hike, stimulus packages and the death of Abenomics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Production disruptions from China due to the Covid-19 outbreak could possibly affect Malaysia's rollout of 5G technology. The Morning Run team discusses how much of an effect this might have, as well as the concerns surrounding Huawei’s 5G technology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Production disruptions from China due to the Covid-19 outbreak could possibly affect Malaysia's rollout of 5G technology. The Morning Run team discusses how much of an effect this might have, as well as the concerns surrounding Huawei’s 5G technology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mental health issues don't just impact individuals on a personal basis, but also exact a toll on the country's economy. On the back of a study by NGO RELATE Mental Health Malaysia, which found that mental health issues in the workplace cost around RM14.5 billion in 2018, we speak to Dr. Chua Sook Ning, founder of RELATE Malaysia, for more insight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

0:06 - AirAsia has come under the spotlight recently, over claims of graft and corruption after Airbus SE admitted bribery across its international business. We discuss the latest revelation that Directors of the AirAsia Group reportedly gave their approval to CEO Tan Sri Tony Fernandes to build the brand through sponsorships, according to news reports. 3:32 - Malaysia has the highest household co...

Malaysia has the highest household consumption of plastic packaging per capita at nearly 17kg, highest when compared to China, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam. We speak to Adam Minter, writer and columnist with Bloomberg Opinion on how we should tackle our growing plastic waste and what policy measures might actually work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreign Minister Dato’ Saifuddin Abdullah made a splash in the Twitterverse last weekend, when he tweeted his commitment to gender equality and wanting at least 30% of women in leadership positions whilst embracing a “feminist foreign policy". To get clarity on his comments and how he intends to implement these goals, we spoke to him on this whilst asking does it run contrary to a meri...

Foreign Minister Dato’ Saifuddin Abdullah made a splash in the Twitterverse last weekend, when he tweeted his commitment to gender equality and wanting at least 30% of women in leadership positions whilst embracing a “feminist foreign policy". To get clarity on his comments and how he intends to implement these goals, we spoke to him on this whilst asking does it run contrary to a meri...

In yesterday's budget, Singapore unveiled its first budget deficit since the Asian financial crisis recognising how badly Covid-19 has affected the global economy. It may also be a rakyat's budget aimed at easing livelihoods ahead of the general elections which is scheduled to be held sometime this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Although Asia has led global growth in the banking industry for years, the sector is now met with rapid disruption from new digital entrants. Will Asian banks evolve swiftly enough to retain dominance? How exactly can the industry change to adapt to the needs of increasingly tech-savvy consumers? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Although Asia has led global growth in the banking industry for years, the sector is now met with rapid disruption from new digital entrants. Will Asian banks evolve swiftly enough to retain dominance? How exactly can the industry change to adapt to the needs of increasingly tech-savvy consumers? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The winds of change are blowing through the local economy. The retail sector is on its knees due to Cov-19 while Utusan, Malaysia's oldest malay paper is rehiring after a major cull. BFM discusses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The winds of change are blowing through the local economy. The retail sector is on its knees due to Cov-19 while Utusan, Malaysia's oldest malay paper is rehiring after a major cull. BFM discusses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A spate of murderous alcohol-related road accidents have spawned a discussion on making drunk/drug-induced road accidents much more punitive. Dr Law Teik Hwa, Associate Professor, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), discusses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, there was much news on a purported statutory declaration signed by MPs asking Tun Mahathir to stay on a Prime Minister for a full terms while PAS was pushing for vote of confidence. We speak to Ibrahim Suffian, Programme Director at the Merdeka Center to find out what is really happening behind the scenes, who are involved and what is the agenda. We also ask him how Datuk Seri Anwar Ibr...

Last week, there was much news on a purported statutory declaration signed by MPs asking Tun Mahathir to stay on a Prime Minister for a full terms while PAS was pushing for vote of confidence. We speak to Ibrahim Suffian, Programme Director at the Merdeka Center to find out what is really happening behind the scenes, who are involved and what is the agenda. We also ask him how Datuk Seri Anwar Ibr...

Germany's GDP figure came out late last week registering no growth for the 4th quarter which was below market expectations. What does this mean for Europe. We ask Kenneth Wattret, Chief European Economist at IHS Markit to tell us the true state of the European economy and what policy measures are available including fiscal stimulus to get this union of 27 countries out of its economic malaise. See...

Khazanah Nasional has led calls for the government's golden share in GLCs to be dismantled. But the Prime Minister has objected. The jury is out on its removal but at least the discussion has begun. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With much effort by the government to alleviate the rising cost of living and address the basic needs of Malaysians, there will be a new Household Income Survey. This survey which will be due in April will give a more accurate indication of poverty levels which should ideally allow the Government to come out with more refined policies to deal with this issue. To get a breakdown of this new survey,...

Anna Teo of Hernan Corp and Khor Yu Leng of Enam Segi Advisors sink their teeth into the thorny issue of durian exports to China what with the Covid-19 virus gripping global attention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anna Teo of Hernan Corp and Khor Yu Leng of Enam Segi Advisors sink their teeth into the thorny issue of durian exports to China what with the Covid-19 virus gripping global attention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Trump Administration has announced its 2021 budget proposal as the US federal elections ramp up. Meanwhile billionaire Michael Bloomberg will soon throw his hat into the presidential fray. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.