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Opinion and analysis of today’s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

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    Can AirBorneo Take Flight?

    AirBorneo is entering a new chapter with the launch of commercial jet services, marking a major step in Sarawak's ambition to strengthen its position as a regional aviation hub. But breaking into one of Malaysia's most competitive domestic routes will require more than competitive fares, as the airline seeks to build passenger confidence, expand its network, and balance growth with operational reliability. Can AirBorneo carve out a sustainable niche alongside established carriers?Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

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    Johor Decides : What the Data Reveal About Voters

    As Johor voters prepare to cast their ballots, what do the latest polls reveal about voter sentiment, party strength and the issues shaping the election? Dr Kelvin Goh, Founder and CEO of Vodus Research, helps us unpack the numbers and what they can - and cannot - tell us about the race.Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min

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    China's Pacific Missile Test Raises Regional Tensions

    China's latest submarine-launched ballistic missile test into the Pacific marks another milestone in Beijing's military modernisation and has drawn concern from regional powers including the US, Japan, and Australia. As China advances towards its 2027 defence goals and strengthens its nuclear deterrent, questions are growing over whether the region is entering a new phase of strategic competition. What does this test reveal about China's long-term ambitions, and how should countries such as Malaysia respond to a more contested Indo-Pacific? Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min

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    Ringgit at a Seven-Month Low — Rebound or More Pain Ahead?

    The ringgit was Asia's worst-performing currency in June, sliding 4.5% to a seven-month low as a hawkish Fed under new chairman Kevin Warsh keeps the dollar bid. Saktiandi Supaat, Head of FX Research, Global Markets at Maybank, unpacks what the Fed's split committee means for US rates, whether Bank Negara's measures to attract FX inflows are working, and where USD/MYR heads through 2026 — with the OPR decision and two state elections in the mix.Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

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    ‘Don't Cap The Ceiling, Raise the Floor’

    For many Malaysians, having medical insurance is becoming increasingly difficult as healthcare costs and premiums continue to climb. Now, the government is stepping in with a new initiative aimed at making basic medical protection more accessible and affordable. Medi-Asas, the government’s Base Medical and Health Insurance and Takaful (MHIT) plan, will enter its pilot phase in the Klang Valley by the end of this month before a nationwide rollout in January 2027. With premiums expected to start from around RM60 ringgit a month, the plan aims to provide wider coverage, including protection for individuals up to the age of 85.Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min

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    Foreign Labour: One-Stop Centre On the Move

    We are once again restructuring how foreign worker quotas are approved and managed. This follows a Cabinet decision on July 1, moving the One-Stop Centre (OSC) from the Home Ministry to the Ministry of Human Resources, with applications now processed through the eQuota module under the Foreign Workers Centralised Management System. The government says this will reduce congestion at the OSC and end case-by-case approvals. The platform, however, has previously faced allegations of extortion involving migrant workers, raising questions over whether shifting oversight between ministries actually changes outcomes on the ground. With a new foreign worker management division being set up and physical verification counters potentially going digital, what would it take for this reform to be more than an administrative change?Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    9 min

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    NATO: Whither The Security Alliance?

    NATO leaders are gathered in Turkiye’s capital Ankara against the backdrop of an increasingly challenging global security environment. Ukraine remains a central focus, but the agenda stretches well beyond the war, with discussions expected on strengthening Europe's defence capabilities, boosting military spending, and adapting the alliance to new security threats. Leaders are also looking at the industrial and logistical capacity needed to sustain future conflicts, including plans to extend NATO's fuel pipeline network further into Eastern Europe. The summit comes as European allies weigh the reliability of America's long-term security commitment, while countries such as Canada increase defence spending after years of missing NATO's targets.Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min

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    One QR Network to Rule Them All

    Bank Negara Malaysia is phasing out proprietary QR payment networks in favour of a shared interoperable platform run by Paynet within 2 years. What does this mean in practice and how will this shape the digital payments landscape? We discuss this and trends in digital banking with Ravi Kittane of EY Consulting.Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min
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Opinion and analysis of today’s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

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  • Creatore
    BFM Media
  • Anni di attività
    2019 - 2026
  • Puntate
    2K
  • Classificazione
    Contenuti adatti a tutti
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    © 2026 BFM Media Sdn Bhd
  • Sito web del podcast
    Morning Brief

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