Stepping into the new year with confidence


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AS we await the dawn of 2026, it is time for muhasabah, a moment of deep reflection and honest accounting. Rooted in our spiritual traditions, this practice calls us to examine our collective journey as a nation.

Malaysia’s economy demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2025, growing steadily despite global headwinds. We made the largest leap in the IMD (Institute for Management Development) World Competitiveness Ranking 2025, soaring 11 spots to 23rd.

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