Can Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Recover Its Lost Ground?
Koh Sin Yee
To restore its former allure as a destination for lifestyle migration, Malaysia must be clear, consistent, and responsive in implementing the MM2H programme.

Koh Sin Yee
To restore its former allure as a destination for lifestyle migration, Malaysia must be clear, consistent, and responsive in implementing the MM2H programme.
Wai Moe|Kyi Sin
The passing of Myanmar’s acting president last week provides an occasion to contemplate his life and Myanmar’s future.
Peter T. C. Chang
The presence of new Chinese migrants, known as xin yimin, in Malaysia reflects China’s resurgence as a global economic powerhouse, bringing with it opportunities for Malaysia in terms of trade, investment, and cultural exchange. But there are significant challenges to their ability to integrate with the broader Malaysian society.
Elyssa Kaur Ludher|Angaindrankumar Gnanasagaran
There is a chance for Malaysia and Singapore to reinforce their food security by baking plans into the blueprint for the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, before the opportunity passes by.
Iim Halimatusa’diyah
Indonesian youth have taken to social media to vent their concerns about inequality. This should be taken seriously.
Supalak Ganjanakhundee
The Thai-Cambodian border spat has demonstrated the Thai military’s strategic dominance in civil-military relations.
William Choong|Eugene R.L. Tan
Notwithstanding an ongoing high-profile naval deployment, the UK cannot be considered a credible power in the Indo-Pacific as long as it tiptoes around the security challenges from China.
Stephen Olson
With the tariff regime announced on 31 July, Trump has upended the global trade system that has benefited Southeast Asia tremendously.
Olivia Tan Jia Yi
Southeast Asia has more clarity on US tariffs and trade conditions, but China’s reaction looms on the horizon. The region's position is particularly precarious because China wields substantial leverage across lending, investment, and trade.
Tham Siew Yean
Malaysia must urgently pursue AI chip supply diversification and supply chain vigilance to mitigate the detriments of potential export curbs and tariff hikes.