FNF Malaysia

04/05/2026

In the absence of federal (FOI) law, Penang’s approach to FOI offers insights into advancing transparency and encouraging civic participation in .

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In the absence of federal FOI law, Penang’s experience highlights both progress and gaps in access to information in Malaysia.

01/05/2026

Today marks the International / . A day that honours the workers from all walks of life and the solidarity that brought forth the recognition of the rights of workers -- which includes, but not limited to fair wages, safe working conditions, and freedom from discrimination.

On this day, let us stand in solidarity with workers everywhere, and keep continuing the unrelenting work to ensure that exploitation, injustice, or oppression is no longer something anyone has to endure just to make a living.

21/03/2026

Eid Mubarak! May the blessings of Eid al-Fitr bring us peace, compassion, and prosperity.

11/03/2026

Following the 2026 Malaysia Outlook Conference, hosted by IDEAS Malaysia in partnership with FNF Malaysia, Dr. Stewart Nixon—Deputy Director of Research at IDEAS Malaysia—drew up an analysis highlighting Malaysia’s growing strategic importance and calling for deeper Southeast Asia-Europe connectivity across economic, security, technological, and environmental fronts.

As Malaysia and Germany confront shared challenges, from decarbonisation to democratic resilience, the path forward points toward stronger cooperation in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.

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Following the 2026 Malaysia Outlook Conference, hosted by IDEAS Malaysia in partnership with FNF Malaysia, Dr. Stewart Nixon drew up an analysis highlighting Malaysia’s growing strategic importance and calls for deeper Southeast Asia-Europe connectivity across economic, security, technological, an...

24/02/2026

Will ASEAN reform SOE Governance to align with OECD?

ASEAN economies are integrated in trade and investment, yet uneven in governance standards. As Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines are deepening ties with the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), governance standards.

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24/02/2026

17/02/2026

Happy Chinese New Year!

May this new year unfolds an abundance of good fortune, health and happiness to all of us. 🌸

22/01/2026

Trump’s hit Southeast Asia hard but ASEAN’s biggest mistake may have been turning on itself.

This publication breaks down how regional unity unraveled, why bilateral deals backfired, and what it means for the future of and in Asia.

Read Dr. Stewart Nixon´s detailed analysis of ’s response to President Trump’s heightened tariffs. Link in the comment!

25/12/2025

We, from the FNF Malaysia team, would like to wish you all a merry and joyful ! On this blessed day, may we always remember to love, care and be kind to each other.

02/12/2025

Amid rising global tensions and shifting U.S. trade strategies, what does America’s tariff-driven diplomacy look like from an Asian vantage point? This article draws on insights from a global trade study tour across Washington D.C. and New York City, attended by our partner Dr. Stewart Nixon from Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs - IDEAS.

In this analysis, Dr. Nixon also went deeper on how pressure-based deals, weakening institutions, and a retreat from international leadership are reshaping America’s economic relationships, particularly with the Asia region.

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Amid rising global tensions and shifting U.S. trade strategies, what does America’s tariff-driven diplomacy look like from an Asian vantage point? This article draws on insights from a global trade study tour across Washington D.C. and New York City, attended by our partner Dr. Stewart Nixon from ...

02/12/2025