For about 50 years, the idea of shareholder economy dominated the Anglo-Saxon world, which suggests that corporations have no other role apart from ensuring that they deliver shareholders’ value. The promoters of shareholder capitalism, particularly economist Milton Friedman, believe that corporations have no obligation towards…
I am honoured to speak to distinguished business leaders here at this event. As Malaysia chairs ASEAN this year and as leaders of this region congregate in Kuala Lumpur for the 46th ASEAN Summit and related Summits, I would like to reiterate the importance of…
I thank MIDA for organising the inaugural Data Centre Nexus, with the theme of “Powering Digital Growth, Connecting Industries”. A special mention goes to OCBC Bank and HSBC Bank for supporting this meaningful gathering. I hope we can build a broad-based consensus among all stakeholders…
When I first looked at the title of today’s forum, “ESG at a Time of Global Disorder”, I suspect your biggest concern would be “is there still ESG after President Trump?”. Let me assure you that we started this ESG journey not because of President…
I see making lives better for workers as the core of economic policy making. Only when workers are decently compensated, we would have consumers and a middle class ready to consume, and the economy would thus be in a virtuous cycle. For the longest of…
This is a great gathering. It is very timely, especially under the context that we are now having to deal with a global headwind. We recognise the fact that what we are dealing with now is not just a short-term effect, but probably a major…
Thank you for inviting me to be in UTM this evening to attend the Cultural Night. I have three points to make about culture. First, culture is akin to rivers and oceans, not fortress Some people think culture is a fortress to be defended. The…
It is a pleasure to be here today at the launching ceremony of the United Local Synergy Program, an initiative that brings together seven outstanding Malaysian companies in a powerful collaboration to enhance our local supply chain, drive innovation, and jointly build Malaysia’s international presence.…
At the dinner hosted by Sdr Anthony Loke for Sdr Lim Kit Siang’s 84th birthday, the DAP Secretary-General made three very important points about our elder statesman’s unique characters: coalition builder, patriot, and idealist nation builder. First, the coalition builder After the dissolution of Parliament…
I would like to thank PAM for inviting me to say a few words at this important gathering of Malaysia’s architect community. Malaysian architecture has long been celebrated for its seamless blend of modern functionality with deep cultural heritage. Despite our strength in this field, …