Populism v realpolitik in subsidy management


Emmanuel Joseph

Anwar Ibrahim's efforts to 'tax the rich' could backfire or at the very least, take away from the business-friendly environment he seeks to build to attract investors. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, May 24, 2023.

IT is understandable that the Anwar Ibrahim government feels compelled to appeal to the people, especially in the run-up to the state elections, but policy decisions must still be based on pragmatism and current-day realities.

The “Kalimah Allah” issue is a good example of a balanced decision.


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