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Morning Brief
Hosted by BFM Media · EN
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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Sky High Potential from Low-Altitude Economy
3d ago00:13:57Tap to summarizeMalaysia is set to unveil its Low Altitude Economy Blueprint by the end of the year, marking a major step towards developing a new industry projected to be worth RM30 billion ringgit by 2030. But what will it take to safely integrate drones and other low-altitude aircraft into increasingly busy skies? For a better understanding, we speak with Dato' Captain Norazman Mahmud, CEO of the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM).Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Can ASEAN Hold the Line on Nuclear Non-Proliferation?
3d ago00:09:35Tap to summarizeThe fragile nuclear peace preserved since the end of World War 2 is under threat as recognized nuclear powers expand their arsenal amid geopolitical shifts. As even non-nuclear countries begin to consider their non-proliferation stance, can ASEAN maintain its nuclear free zone amid external pressures? We discuss the dynamics at play with Dr. Manpreet Sethi of the Air Power Studies, New Delhi. Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Durian Glut Sends Prices Tumbling
3d ago00:12:25Tap to summarizeMalaysia's durian industry is facing a bumper harvest that has sent prices for lower-grade fruit plunging, while premium varieties such as Musang King continue to command strong export demand. The sharp divide has exposed growing questions over supply, market diversification, and the industry's long-term sustainability. Is this simply a seasonal oversupply, or a sign that Malaysia's durian market is entering a more mature and competitive phase?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Can Malaysia Keep Fuel Subsidies Sustainable?
4d ago00:14:03Tap to summarizeMalaysia is facing a prolonged period of energy uncertainty, with the government warning that oil price and supply volatility could persist for another one to two years. As fuel costs, food prices, and subsidy pressures mount, policymakers are balancing short-term interventions with longer-term reforms, including the nationwide rollout of the Budi Diesel programme. Is this crisis accelerating much-needed structural change, or will Malaysia struggle to sustain its current approach if energy market volatility persists?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →The Philippines : Growth vs Inflation
4d ago00:10:27Tap to summarizeThe Philippines is facing a more difficult macroeconomic environment as the fallout from Middle East tensions continues to drive elevated global oil prices, impacting inflation in the import-dependent economy. Azril Rosli, an economist at Maybank Investment Bank, shares his insights into what we can expect for this Southeast Asian island nation.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Market Expectations for the Second Half of 2026
4d ago00:11:00Tap to summarizeGlobal markets are entering the second half of 2026 under growing pressure from multiple fronts : rising geopolitical tensions, elevated energy prices, and persistent uncertainty over the direction of global interest rates. Kenny Yee, Head of Research at Rakuten Trade, shares his insights on what we can expect for the rest of the year.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Curtain Rises on Johor State Elections
5d ago00:22:08Tap to summarizeCampaigning for the Johor state elections has officially begun after Nomination Day on 27 June. What did Nomination Day reveal about each coalition's strategy, and what could ultimately decide the election? We discuss the race with Adib Zalkapli, Managing Director, Viewfinder Global Affairs.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →PAC Reckoning on Medical Inflation
5d ago00:11:26Tap to summarizeThe Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has tabled a 1,999-page report examining rising medical insurance premiums and private hospital charges. With 17 recommendations now on the table for the government, will they be enough to slow down the rise in medical inflation? We discuss this with Prof. Emeritus Dato' Dr Syed Mohamed Aljunid, President of Malaysian Health Economic Association.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Hybrid Work Becomes the New Normal
5d ago00:09:52Tap to summarizeMalaysia is formalising hybrid work in the civil service, with public sector employees set to work from home two days a week from August 1. The move reflects a broader shift in workplace expectations, but also raises questions about productivity, talent retention, and whether private sector employers, particularly SMEs, can keep pace. As flexible work becomes a permanent feature of the employment landscape, what does this mean for the future of work in Malaysia?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →LRT3 Finally Launches .. After Numerous Delays
1w ago00:13:37Tap to summarizeThe LRT3 Shah Alam Line is set to begin full operations soon, adding 37km of new rail connectivity across the Klang Valley and promising major improvements. Dr Prodyut Dutt, Group Chief Operating Officer for Strategy & Development at Prasarana Malaysia Bhd talks about what commuters and expect and the big question why it took so long to complete.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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