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Anwar at Month 23
The PM is set to last longer than his rivals post-2018 but certain shifts are hard to ignore.

September 2024

Risking conflict, O&G tycoon wades deeper into EV
News, ideas and everything in between (#4).
Who killed the postman?
Pos Malaysia wants to be a major parcel delivery player but it has been in the red since 2019.

August 2024

Malaysia's social media licensing sees pushback
Internet giants pan the move despite Minister Fahmi's previous assurances.
Anwar’s “impossible” task of reforming the civil service
The PM will be going up against graft and power struggles in his quest to get bureaucratic buy-in.
When land acquisition turns ugly
Billions are on the table should the government lose its appeal over prime Kuala Lumpur real estate.
News, ideas and everything in between (#3)
Social media licensing, 99 Speedmart's IPO and the case for Bursa Malaysia.
Housekeeping stuff
Shifts and pivots as 2024 draws to a close.

July 2024

Cyber crimes, dissent and social media
There are merits and demerits to the move but the government faces a trust deficit.
Mapping Malaysia’s billionaire king
As Sultan Ibrahim rules the country, all eyes are on his business deals.
News, ideas and everything in between (#2)
Suits, listings, missed opportunities and dinners with the “underworld”.
News, ideas and everything in between (#1)
From coffee wars to fintech trends.
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