Morning Brief

The Wuhan virus has cast a shadow on the prospects on the growth on Asean economies. We speak to Lee Ju Ye, Economist at Maybank Kim Eng in Singapore to find out which country is most vulnerable and the significance of the Chinese economy to the global economy versus 2003 when there was the SARS epidemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In light of Federal Territories Day tomorrow, we take a look at some of the issues and challenges facing Members of Parliament in our closest Federal Territory: Kuala Lumpur. To do that, we speak to Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, MP for Setiawangsa, about whether MPs have enough tools to serve their constituents, local council elections, as well as his wishlist as a KL MP. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

In light of Federal Territories Day tomorrow, we take a look at some of the issues and challenges facing Members of Parliaent in our closest Federal Territory: Kuala Lumpur. To do that, we speak to Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, MP for Setiawangsa, about whether MPs have enough tools to serve their constituents, local council elections, as well as his wishlist as a KL MP. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Global Value Chains (GVCs) offer huge opportunities for economic growth and human development. However, they have been on the wane in recent years. Malaysia, a keen participant in GVCs, is an underachiever, its growth tempered by a social agenda. Aaditya Mattoo, Chief Economist for the East Asia and Pacific, World Bank, discusses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big technology stocks continue to rally in 2020 after a strong showing in 2019. We speak to Daniel Ives, Managing Director for Equities Research at Wedbush Securities who gives us his views on the results of Apple, Microsoft and Tesla which all beat street expectations and why he remains a big bull on these names  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big technology stocks continue to rally in 2020 after a strong showing in 2019. We speak to Daniel Ives, Managing Director for Equities Research at Wedbush Securities who gives us his views on the results of Apple, Microsoft and Tesla which all beat street expectations and why he remains a big bull on these names  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tourism and travel sectors are among those which have been hit hardest by the outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus in China. Here in Malaysia, this has not deterred the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, who are maintaining their arrival targets for Visit Malaysia 2020 at 30 million visitors- 3.5 million of them expected to come from China. To get a better idea of how this has hit industry player...

Tourism and travel sectors are among those which have been hit hardest by the outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus in China. Here in Malaysia, this has not deterred the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, who are maintaining their arrival targets for Visit Malaysia 2020 at 30 million visitors- 3.5 million of them expected to come from China. To get a better idea of how this has hit industry player...

Proton wants to raise overseas sales by at least four-fold this year, helped by annual new model launches and the strength of its parent, China-based Geely. But can its brand equity, after-sales service network and quality stand up to scrutiny? The Morning Run crew discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Proton wants to raise overseas sales by at least four-fold this year, helped by annual new model launches and the strength of its parent, China-based Geely. But can its brand equity, after-sales service network and quality stand up to scrutiny? The Morning Run crew discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two weeks ago, five Indonesian fishermen were abducted off the coast of Sabah, by kidnappers linked to Abu Sayyaf. In the aftermath, questions arose over Malaysia's response, and whether or not the Defence Ministry has been able to strengthen the Trilateral Cooperation Agreement, between Malaysia Indonesia and the Philippines. So, for a clearer picture of the dynamics at play, we spoke to Dr Asyur...

Two weeks ago, five Indonesian fishermen were abducted off the coast of Sabah, by kidnappers linked to Abu Sayyaf. In the aftermath, questions arose over Malaysia's response, and whether or not the Defence Ministry has been able to strengthen the Trilateral Cooperation Agreement, between Malaysia Indonesia and the Philippines. So, for a clearer picture of the dynamics at play, we spoke to Dr Asyur...

China's GDP growth will be cut to 5.9% this year as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. However, this is not a big negative as the economy has restructured to be driven by services compared to when SARS happened back in 2003. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China's GDP growth will be cut to 5.9% this year as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. However, this is not a big negative as the economy has restructured to be driven by services compared to when SARS happened back in 2003. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the number of infections close to 6000, it is not surprising that tourism and travel has been impacted by the Wuhan virus. However, as 2020 is Visit Malaysia Year, we ask if the target of 30 million tourist arrivals is still achievable and what plans does the Ministry of Tourism has to counter the expected fall in arrivals and revenue  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the number of infections close to 6000, it is not surprising that tourism and travel has been impacted by the Wuhan virus. However, as 2020 is Visit Malaysia Year, we ask if the target of 30 million tourist arrivals is still achievable and what plans does the Ministry of Tourism has to counter the expected fall in arrivals and revenue  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bank Negara Malaysia is expected to issue up to five digital bank licenses, and non-bank entities such as Grab, Razer and AirAsia are reportedly interested in bidding for them. We speak with Tamma Febrian, Associate Director for Financial Institutions, Fitch Ratings, on how the banking landscape may change with new entrants coming into the market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Bank Negara Malaysia is expected to issue up to five digital bank licenses, and non-bank entities such as Grab, Razer and AirAsia are reportedly interested in bidding for them. We speak with Tamma Febrian, Associate Director for Financial Institutions, Fitch Ratings, on how the banking landscape may change with new entrants coming into the market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Last month, west African nation the Gambia brought a genocide case against Myanmar at the International Court of Justice. In new developments, the ICJ has now ruled that Myanmar must stop alleged genocidal acts against Rohingya Muslims, and preserve evidence of previous possible crimes by the country's military, ahead of further investigation. To discuss the implications of this new ruling, we spe...

Dr Suresh Kumar Chidambaram, Consultant Infectious Disease Physician, Sungai Buloh Hospital gives us an update on the Wuhan Coronavirus which has killed 82 people in China and infected close to 3000 people round the world with 5 confirmed cases in Malaysia. He tells us how the hospital is dealing with the virus including the treatment options whilst giving the practical advise to avoid contracting...

Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index 2019 shows Malaysia rising 10 places to 51st out of 180 countries with a score of 53/100 points. To find out more, we spoke to Dr Muhammad Mohan, President of Transparency International Malaysia, about areas of concern, the disconnect between public perception and the CPI, and what he thinks the government should prioritise going forward. S...

With nearly 800 people diagnosed with the mysterious coronavirus sweeping the cities of Wuhan and Huanggang in China, the WHO has determined that the outbreak is an emergency- within China, not on an international scale. So for some insight into the policy responses being carried out, we spoke to Dr Ying-ru Lo, WHO Representative to Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam, and Singapore, about the responses f...

With nearly 800 people diagnosed with the mysterious coronavirus sweeping the cities of Wuhan and Huanggang in China, the WHO has determined that the outbreak is an emergency- within China, not on an international scale. So for some insight into the policy responses being carried out, we spoke to Dr Ying-ru Lo, WHO Representative to Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam, and Singapore, about the responses f...

Following the restructuring of auto duty rates on 31 December 2019, the expected impact from the new formula for duty rates on completely-knocked-down (CKD) vehicles will be absorbed by the government for 2020. That said, the new formula could see prices increase as much as 15-20% when fully impacted. So will Malaysians purchase cars in advance to avoid possible price increases in 2020? See omnyst...

While most economists expected a 25 bps cut this quarter, few expected this insurance cut to arrive so soon. We speak to Julia Goh of UOB Malaysia about why BNM made the decision to cut rates and whether she sees signs of a turnaround in the Malaysian economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.