Commentary: Anwar Ibrahim's struggle for economic rejuvenation in Malaysia

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Politics aside, economic headwinds remain Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's most serious challenge, says CNA's Leslie Lopez.

, which in turn has improved the national investment climate. Mr Anwar, who is also finance minister, told parliament this week that approved investment for the first quarter amounted to RM71.4 billion, representing a a 60 per cent increase from RM44.7 billion recorded in the same quarter in 2022.

Economists and businessmen in Mr Anwar’s inner circle noted that after taking over the premiership in November 2022, he has mostly focused his efforts on consolidating government finances and plugging leakages.

 

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