OCBC Bank chief economist and head of global markets research and strategy Selena Ling
PETALING JAYA: As global trade tensions resurface, Malaysia finds itself navigating a challenging economic landscape shaped by unpredictable tariff policies and geopolitical rivalry between its two largest trading partners – the United States and China.
While short-term growth remains resilient, economists warn that prolonged uncertainty could dampen business confidence and consumer sentiment, especially in the second half of 2025.
