My Say: The case for an Asean power pact
To achieve global climate goals and ensure a sustainable future, nations must collaborate on energy transition, which is unfolding at a speed and scale unprecedented in history. This is not merely a technological shift but an economic and social transformation that will define our region’s trajectory. For Asean, this transition is both an immense opportunity […]
Malaysia’s ASEAN Moment – Ep 3: ASEAN Economic Community
Episode 3 of the “Malaysia’s ASEAN Moment” podcast series focuses on the ASEAN Economic Community. The esteemed Tan Sri Dr Rebecca Fatima Sta Maria, formerly the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Investment, Trade & Industry (MITI), shares her personal insights of the ASEAN Economic Community’s formation. Tune in to learn more about ASEAN economic integration […]
Digital Policy Alignment Crucial To Unlock Next Phase Of ASEAN-S. Korea Growth
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid Farlina Said, director of cyber and technology policy at the Institute of Strategic & International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia, said this would also ensure inclusive participation across member economies. As it is, both regions have made significant strides in digital cooperation under the ASEAN-Republic of Korea (ROK) Plan of Action 2026–2030, she told […]
Experts urge Asean to align laws, close gaps in cybercrime fight
Farlina Said was quoted by Free Malaysia Today on 21 August 2025. by Sharmmen Raj Sanjeevraj KUALA LUMPUR: Regional experts have called for closer legal alignment and real-time intelligence-sharing to shore up Asean’s cyber resilience, with Southeast Asia’s patchwork of cybercrime laws leaving the region exposed. David Martinez Vinluan, executive director of the Asean Chiefs of […]
Economic Watch: Stronger cybersecurity key to unlocking ASEAN’s digital potential, experts say
Secure digital services, particularly in cross-border payments and financial services, will help build consumer confidence across the region, boost participation in the digital economy, and mitigate losses from cybercrime, Ong Tee Keat, president of the Belt and Road Initiative Caucus for Asia Pacific, said in his remarks at the forum “Unpacking the emerging challenges in […]
Malaysia finds its voice on the BRICS stage: A reflection from Rio
IN Rio de Janeiro this week, history quietly unfolded as Malaysia made its debut as a BRICS Partner Country. As the current Chair of ASEAN, Malaysia’s arrival at the summit carried added weight, marking a new chapter not only in its foreign policy posture but also in the evolving role of the Global South. The […]
Malaysia’s ASEAN Moment – Ep 2: South China Sea
The second episode of the “Malaysia’s ASEAN Moment” podcast series dives into the South China Sea. Featuring guest speaker Assoc Prof Ngeow Chow Bing from the Institute of China Studies, Universiti Malaya, the discussion reveals Malaysia’s point of view in the disputed waters. Is Malaysia doing enough to support its ASEAN member states? Can we […]
Youths want greater role in Asean
Dr Yanitha Meena Louis was quoted by The Star on 21 May 2025. By GERARD GIMINO Among them is Amirul Asyraf Aliam, who suggested that internships or training programmes be offered within Asean organisations to give the youth hands-on policy experience. “Social media polls and campaigns can also be a useful tool to listen to the […]
Malaysia’s ASEAN Moment – Ep 1: Malaysia’s chairmanship
As Malaysia assumes the ASEAN chair in 2025, ISIS Malaysia brings you a podcast series diving into Malaysia’s approach and priorities from a policy perspective. Our first episode features special guest Prof Kuik Cheng Chwee from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). Discussions include Malaysia’s legacies as ASEAN chair, the role of ASEAN-led multilateralism, and the ASEAN-GCC-China […]
