Dr Lee Poh Onn is a Senior Fellow with the Regional Economic Studies Programme and Malaysia Studies Programme at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute.
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Articles by Lee Poh Onn (11)
The JS-SEZ and Johor’s Private Healthcare Sector: Catalysts and Challenges
Lee Poh Onn
The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone provides attractive investment opportunities in several sectors. The focus on private healthcare is warranted as Malaysia’s healthcare sector is one of the fastest-growing in the region.
Sarawak Offers Malaysia Lessons in Managing Diversity
Norshahril Saat|Lee Poh Onn
Sarawak’s unity and harmony stands in marked contrast to the politicised race and religion on the Peninsula. The nation ought to take lessons from East Malaysia.
Turmoils and Triumphs: The Political Tapestry of Taib Mahmud’s Reign
Lee Poh Onn
Taib Mahmud was a shrewd political operator, but his legacy is not free of controversy.
The Intractable Challenges Facing Energy Trade in Southeast Asia
Ryan Wong|Lee Poh Onn
A cross-border power grid offers Southeast Asian countries the potential of greater energy security, affordability and sustainability. But thus far, the lack of urgency in sharing energy to achieve long-term security across the region is palpable.
Sarawak’s Fight Against the Covid-19 Pandemic: A Cautionary Tale?
Kevin Zhang|Lee Poh Onn
On paper, Sarawak should have turned the corner in its fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. The fact that it has not could provide lessons as to how to stem the spread of the coronavirus.