
ISIS Focus 02/2023 No. 18
21 August 2023
To commemorate the 65th anniversary of Malaysia-India ties, ISIS Malaysia is honoured to partner with the High Commission of India, Kuala Lumpur, to release this special ISIS Focus titled “Malaysia-India @ 65: Charting the way forward”.

ISIS Focus 12/2022 No. 17
21 December 2022
This ISIS Focus on digital rights has been long in the making. From the first virtual workshop held during MCO 2.0 in early January 2022 to the time of writing in May – the final product has gone through Malaysia in lockdown, transition towards endemicity and a new government. The six writers here have explored…

ISIS Focus 10/2022 No. 16
26 October 2022
This edition of ISIS Focus expounds on the themes and issues covered during the 35th Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR), convened by ISIS Malaysia from 5-7 July 2022.

Pandemic Papers: Lessons from Covid-19
20 April 2022
Pandemic Papers: Lessons from Covid-19 touches on economic growth and development; the impact on women; human capital and foreign relations; and how the pandemic shaped the national discourse. It also documents Covid-19 policies and their effects.

Indo-Pacific strategy: Springboard for deepening EU-Malaysia relations
02 December 2021

ISIS Focus 10/2021 No. 15
15 October 2021

ISIS Focus 4/2020 No. 14
16 November 2020

Workshop on Mid-Term Review for Asean Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Blueprint 2025
05 August 2020

Official Visit by YB Dato' Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein
22 July 2020

Maritime and trade uncertainties arising from current global dynamics for Malaysia
25 June 2020

ISIS Focus 3/2020 No. 13
23 May 2020

ISIS Focus 3/2020 No. 12
17 April 2020

ISIS Focus 2/2020 No. 11
01 April 2020

ISIS Focus 1/2020 No. 10
15 January 2020

ISIS Malaysia Forum on Korea
15 November 2019

ISIS PRAXIS Conference “Malaysia Beyond 2020”
21 October 2019

Asia-Pacific Forum 2019
17 October 2019

The 12th ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Dialogue (AANZ)
25 September 2019

Access to Work for Refugees in Malaysia
26 August 2019
Malaysia is increasingly emerging as a final destination for refugees. It is an open secret that most work illegally in various sectors of the economy. It is within Malaysia's national interest to provide access to work for UNHCR-registered refugees

33rd Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR)
12 July 2019

ISIS Focus 1/2019 No. 9
08 May 2019

Malaysia Scholars on Korea (MASK) Network Roundtable
23 April 2019

Perdebatan Calon Presiden Indonesia Keempat
05 April 2019
Perdebatan yang keempat di antara kedua-dua calon presiden Indonesia Joko "Jokowi" Widodo dan Prabowo Subianto telah dilangsungkan pada 30 Mac 2019. Apakah cadangan dasar kedua-dua calon dalam aspek ideologi, pentadbiran kerajaan, pertahanan dan hubungan antarabangsa?

We Think | Sinatra - Indonesia's 3rd Presidential Debate - The Clash of VP Picks
22 March 2019

Should Malaysia Take Back Daesh Returnees
14 March 2019
The ongoing assault on Daesh's last bastion in Baghouz by Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) has displaced thousands of people, especially Daesh foreign fighters. These fighters might seek avenues to return to their countries of origin. Malaysia should decide whether taking back its nationals is in her national interest or not.

IKAT (The Indonesian Journal of Southeast Asian Studies)
13 February 2019
IKAT: The Indonesian Journal of Southeast Asian Studies is an academic journal about Southeast Asia. Founded in 2017 at the Center for Southeast Asian Social Studies Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, the journal aims to provide new, rigorous and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the region. Download PDF

Experts agree COC will take time
17 January 2019
The South China Sea’s Code Of Conduct (COC) will likely be on the agenda at this week’s ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat, but analysts do not expect any major breakthroughs to be reached in Chiang Mai. The northern Thai city is the venue for the 17-18 January meeting which marks the first time Thailand plays host…

Disinformation: Economic Loss and Short-Run Gains
08 January 2019
In the business world, disinformation could tarnish a brand reputation, creating negative public sentiment towards the brand and consequently causing economic loss. A company’s share price could also suffer - at worst, dropping off a cliff edge and then going through a sluggish recovery. Download PDF

ISIS Focus 2/2018 No. 8
31 December 2018

The ‘Other’ Sabah: Identity Positioning in a Borderland
12 December 2018

The Second Malaysia Scholars on Korea (MASK) Network Seminar
04 December 2018

ASEAN Circle Meeting
03 December 2018

Meet | Naufal - The Budding Researcher
30 November 2018

We Think | Firdaos - Focus on outcome of Budget 2019
30 November 2018

What is the difference between influence and interference operations, and how should states respond?
30 November 2018
CSCAP Malaysia Meeting
29 November 2018
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Sample Article1 with Video
24 November 2018
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Featured_Mahani
24 November 2018
The Fiscal Policy Coordination in Asia: Asia Investment Infrastructure Fund Presented by Dr Mahani Zainal Abidin at the Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI) Conference: Regional Cooperation and Architecture Policy Issues, ADBI, Tokyo, 16 July 2009: The East Asian countries, as they face the present global economic downturn have adopted the same approach as…
4rth Round Table Discussion
24 November 2018
4rth Round Table Discussion was held at KL Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur on 1 January 2005. Prime Minister Dato Sri Abdullah Badawi delivered the keynote address at this event attended by over 300 participants.
ISIS Staff
24 November 2018
Meet the people behind ISIS Malaysia, and read about their areas of expertise and interest. Tan Sri Rastam Mohd Isa Chief Executive rastam@isis.org.my Dato’ Steven C M Wong Deputy Chief Executive steve@isis.org.my Dr. Tang Siew Mun Director tang@isis.org.my Dr. Hezri Adnan Director hezriadnan@isis.org.my Mrs. Sohana Enver Azyze Head of Administration sohana@isis.org.my Mrs. Susan P S…

ISIS 25th Anniversary
24 November 2018
ISIS Malaysia celebrated its 25th anniversary on 8 April 2008. Various programmes have been planned to celebrate this occasion. The first programme, was a gathering of the staff of ISIS where the Chairman & CEO Dato’ Seri Mohamed Jawhar Hassan spoke of ISIS’s milestones and of the tasks ahead. [Extracts of speech] The 25th Anniversary…
OLD_Participation in Conferences
24 November 2018
ISIS PARTICIPATION IN CONFERENCES/DIALOGUE SESSIONS/ FORA AND WORKSHOPS: A SELECTED LIST . Public Lecture on “The Impact of the Financial and Economic Crisis on Women and Families” by Dr. Noeleen Heyzer, Renaissance Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 11 May 2009. . Seminar on ”President Obama’s First 100 Days: Hype or Hope?”, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi, 11 May…
Consultancies & Projects_old
24 November 2018
Research & Consultancies ISIS Malaysia undertakes policy-relevant analysis, problem-oriented studies, applied research and consultancies, sometimes in collaboration with experts and institutions within or outside Malaysia. Centre for Japan Studies Towards a New Asia View all major research & consultancies ISIS Participation In Conferences/Dialogue Sessions/ Fora And Workshops: A Selected List
Opinions_old
24 November 2018
The opinions of individuals with wide expertise in their respective fields. The opinions are often issued in response to immediate problems. 2005 THE FUTURE OF THE MUSLIM WORLD By Noordin SopieeRM 3.00ISBN – 967947-288-4 The writer expounds on his vision for the future of the Muslim Ummah. He sets out nine missions that the Muslim…
Talk: “Mexican Security Priorities in an Age of Globalization”
24 November 2018
Talk: “Mexican Security Priorities in an Age of Globalization” in an Age of Globalization by Mr Luis Herrera-Lasso, Director General, Mexican School of Intelligence for National Security. Talk was held at ISIS Conference Room on 7 July 2009. [By Invitation Only]

Dato' Dr. Mahani Zainal Abidin
24 November 2018
Dato' Dr. Mahani Zainal Abidin Chief Executive (CE) Dato’ Dr. Mahani is the Chief Executive of the Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS), Malaysia from January 2010. Previously, she was the Director General from May 2007 – December 2009. Dato’ Dr Mahani obtained a Ph.D (development economics) from the University of London in 1992…
Ms. Melody Goh
24 November 2018
Analyst Melody Goh is an Analyst in the Foreign Policy and Security Studies Programme of ISIS Malaysia. She graduated with a Master of Arts in International Relations from the University of Warwick and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English Language and Communication from UCSI University. Her research interests encompass international relations and development of…

Tan Sri Ahmad Al Farra
24 November 2018
Tan Sri Ahmad Al FarraSenior Fellow Tan Sri Ahmad Al Farra was born in1946 in Khan Younis, Palestine. He has served as Ambassador of the state of Palestine in various countries - completing his term as Ambassador to Malaysia in March 2006, and has also served as the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps. Tan Sri…
Ms. Norhayati Mustapha
24 November 2018
Ms. Norhayati MustaphaSenior Analyst Norhayati Mustapha, Senior Analyst, joined ISIS in 1994 upon optional retirement from the Department of Environment (DOE), where her last posting was as Principal Assistant Director (Development) at DOE Headquarters. Her research work in ISIS includes an EPU-commissioned study on 'Energy Policy Analysis and Planning Towards 2020', 1995, and a UNCTAD-commissioned…

Ms. Wan Portia Hamzah
24 November 2018
Ms. Wan Portia HamzahSenior Fellow Wan Portia Hamzah, Senior Fellow, joined ISIS Malaysia in 1991. She served in several national, regional and Commonwealth working groups on science and technology for development. Wan Portia was actively involved in the smart partnership concept. Her research initially was focused on issues such as S&T indicators, sustainable development, IT…
Tengku Iskandar
24 November 2018
Tengku IskandarSenior Analyst Job area of concern: Islamic world ; media-related work. Background: Malaysian, born in Kuala Lumpur. Had two years of pre-university studies at United World College, Wales, U.K. where there was strong multicultural exposure. Graduated in the subject of Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics from a university in Edinburgh, U.K. Henceforth worked in the…
Dr. Jorah Ramlan
24 November 2018
Dr. Jorah RamlanSenior Analyst Dr. Jorah Ramlan has had many years of practical experience in the financial and banking sector in Malaysia and New Zealand, and in the information and communication technology industry. Her stint as an academic saw her as a lecturer and research officer in Malaysia and in the USA. She has published…
Mr. Terence Yang-Yau Too
24 November 2018
Mr. Terence Yang-Yau TooAnalyst Terence obtained a B.A. in Economics and Government from St. Lawrence University, New York State in 1999, and subsequently completed his M.Sc. in International Relations in Bristol University, UK in 2004. His areas of interests are development policy, gender and development issues. Prior to joining ISIS, he worked as a Researcher/Editor…
Ms. Nor Izzatina Abdul Aziz
24 November 2018
Ms. Nor Izzatina Abdul AzizResearcher Nor Izzatina has just completed her Bachelor of Economics from the International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM), specializing in international economics. Her areas of interest are international economics, trade, development economics and political economy.
Mr. Keith Leong Yu Keen
24 November 2018
Mr. Keith Leong Yu KeenResearcher Keith Leong Yu Keen received a Bachelor of Arts in English and Sociology from the University of New South Wales, Sydney in 2006. He returned to UNSW in 2007 as a recipient of the Endeavour Malaysia Award to pursue a Master of Arts in Creative Writing. Keith’s interests include Malaysian…
Ms. Loh Geok Mooi
24 November 2018
Ms. Loh Geok MooiSenior Fellow GM Loh, a Senior Fellow, has worked on national economic and industry issues for more than twenty years. Her previous positions include senior analyst positions in research on capital and credit markets with local and foreign stock-broking institutions. She was a consultant economist to the Economic Planning Unit, Prime Minister’s…
Mr. Ahmad Ikram Abdullah
24 November 2018
Mr. Ahmad Ikram AbdullahFellow Mr. Ahmad Ikram rejoined ISIS Malaysia as a Fellow in March 2009. He has a Bachelors Degree in International Studies from Texas State University (1990), a Diploma in Islamic Studies from the International Islamic University (IIUM) (1992) and a Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) also from IIUM (2001). He was…
Featured
24 November 2018
Featured Picture of Obama Time to heal rifts and for a new beginning Partner the United States to narrow the divide between the Muslim world and the West, writes MOHAMED JAWHAR HASSAN President Barak Obama’s speeches at his inauguration in January, in Ankara in April and in Cairo earlier this month portend a…
ISIS Participation in Conferences 2009
24 November 2018
A Selected List for 2009 Government Transformation Programme Day, Kuala Lumpur, 18 December 2009. 3rd Annual Conference on Sustainable Energy 2009, organized by Centre for Environment, Technology and Development, Malaysia (CETDEM), Kuala Lumpur, 5-6 November 2009. CSCAP Malaysia Member Committee Meeting, Kuala Lumpur, 29 October 2009. Ubud Retreat, Bali, Indonesia, 25 October 2009. ASEM Conference…
ISIS Participation in Conferences 2008
24 November 2018
2008 Brainstorming Meeting on Malaysia’s Long Term Strategic Economic Plan, Kuala Lumpur, 31 December 2008. The Inaugural Sekhar Memorial Lecture by The Hon. William J. Clinton, Kuala Lumpur, 6 December 2008. The Asian Forum on Business Education (AFBE) 2008 on “Contemporary Issues in doing Business in Asia”, Kuala Lumpur, 3 December 2009. Institute of Diplomacy…
ISIS Participation in Conferences 2007
24 November 2018
2007 PAFTAD 32: The Impact of International Arrangements and Organizations on Development in Asia and the Pacific, Hanoi, Vietnam, 17-19 December 2007. Roundtable: “’The Global War on Terror’ and Its Implications for Muslim-Western Relations”, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, 13-14 December 2007. Colloquium on “Malaysia’s Foreign Policy - 2020 and Beyond” , Institute of Diplomacy and…
ISIS Participation in Conferences 2006
24 November 2018
2006 The Fourth East Asia Forum (EAF), Siem Reap, Cambodia, 22 November 2006. National Seminar on Social Science & Malaysian National Development- Issues & Experiences, Putrajaya, 21–22 November 2006. The 6th Network of East Asian Think-Tanks (NEAT) Country Coordinators Meeting, Siem Reap, Cambodia, 20-21 November 2006. 1st Korea-ASEAN Cooperation Forum, Jakarta, Indonesia, 10-12 November 2006.…
ISIS Participation in Conferences 2010
24 November 2018
A Selected List for 2010 Seminar on Dissemination of New Laws under the Environmental Quality Act 1974, organized by Environmental Management and Research Association (ENSEARCH), Kuala Lumpur, 26 January 2010 Informal Open Discussion on “Country Economic Outlook and Development Plans”, organized by HwangDBS, Kuala Lumpur, 18 January 2010. International Conference on Trade Costs, Infrastructure and…
Articles - Current
24 November 2018
Articles 2009Anak Palestin Turut BerjuangArticle by Tan Sri Mazlan Nordin which appeared in Mingguan Malaysia, 5 July 2009.Five Minds, One MalaysiaArticle by Steven C.M. Wong which appeared in The Star, 29 June 2009. Menilai Konflik Politik di IranArticle by Tan Sri Mazlan Nordin which appeared in Mingguan Malaysia, 28 June 2009Faktor Memperngaruhi Budaya MelayuArticle by…

Introduction_old
24 November 2018
ISIS was established on April 8, 1983. It is registered under the Malaysia's Company Act 1965 as a Company Limited by Guarantee. An autonomous and non-profit organisation, ISIS Malaysia is engaged in a wide range of activities focusing on objective and independent policy research and fostering dialogue and debate between the public sector, the private…

Asia-Pacific Roundtable
24 November 2018
Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) The Bureau has also hosted the Asia-Pacific Roundtable series since its launch in 1987 to promote trust and confidence in the Asia-Pacific region. As a Track Two forum, the APR brings together think tanks, academics, media representatives and senior government officials acting in their personal capacity to engage in candid dialogue regarding…

Asia-Pacific Roundtable
24 November 2018
Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) The Bureau has also hosted the Asia-Pacific Roundtable series since its launch in 1987 to promote trust and confidence in the Asia-Pacific region. As a Track Two forum, the APR brings together think tanks, academics, media representatives and senior government officials acting in their personal capacity to engage in candid dialogue regarding…
ISIS International Affairs Forum: “The New Silk Road"
24 November 2018
ISIS International Affairs Forum: “The New Silk Road: How a Rising Arab World Is Turning Away From the West and Rediscovering China” by Dr Ben Simpfendorfer, Chief China Economist, Royal Bank of Scotland, Hong Kong Date : 7 August 2009 Venue : ISIS Conference Room, Kuala Lumpur

Asia-Pacific Roundtable
24 November 2018
Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) The Bureau has also hosted the Asia-Pacific Roundtable series since its launch in 1987 to promote trust and confidence in the Asia-Pacific region. As a Track Two forum, the APR brings together think tanks, academics, media representatives and senior government officials acting in their personal capacity to engage in candid dialogue regarding…

Asia-Pacific Roundtable
24 November 2018
Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) The Bureau has also hosted the Asia-Pacific Roundtable series since its launch in 1987 to promote trust and confidence in the Asia-Pacific region. As a Track Two forum, the APR brings together think tanks, academics, media representatives and senior government officials acting in their personal capacity to engage in candid dialogue regarding…

Asia-Pacific Roundtable
24 November 2018
Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) The Bureau has also hosted the Asia-Pacific Roundtable series since its launch in 1987 to promote trust and confidence in the Asia-Pacific region. As a Track Two forum, the APR brings together think tanks, academics, media representatives and senior government officials acting in their personal capacity to engage in candid dialogue regarding…

Asia-Pacific Roundtable
24 November 2018
Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) The Bureau has also hosted the Asia-Pacific Roundtable series since its launch in 1987 to promote trust and confidence in the Asia-Pacific region. As a Track Two forum, the APR brings together think tanks, academics, media representatives and senior government officials acting in their personal capacity to engage in candid dialogue regarding…

Introduction
24 November 2018
The Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS), Malaysia’s premier think-tank was established on April 8, 1983. As an autonomous and non-profit organisation, ISIS is engaged in objective and independent policy research. It also fosters dialogue and debate among the public sector, the private sector and academia.ISIS has been at the forefront of some of…

Transboundary Haze Dialogue
24 November 2018
Transboundary Haze Dialogue Transboundary Haze Dialogue will be held at Impiana Hotel, Kuala Lumpur on 5 October 2009. This is jointly organized by Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) and ISIS Malaysia.

ISIS Malaysia Roundtable on 1Malaysia
24 November 2018
ISIS Malaysia Roundtable on 1Malaysia The ISIS Malaysia Roundtable on 1Malaysia is on 22 October 2009 at ISIS Conference Room. [By Invitation Only]
Korea-ASEAN Cooperation Forum
24 November 2018
Korea-ASEAN Cooperation Forum Korea-ASEAN Cooperation Forum is to be held at the Shangrila Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 12-13 November 2009. It is jointly organized by Korea Foundation and ISIS Malaysia
KOREA-MALAYSIA Roundtable Papers
24 November 2018
The papers are in their original, unedited form in PDF format. Current and future of Korea-Malaysia relations: speech by Ambassador YANG Bong-ryull.(244 KB) Trade and investment ties: from the Korean perspective by PARK Bun Soon. (374 KB) The history and culture of socio-cultural exchange between Korea and Malaysia by HONG Suk Joon. (684 KB) Socio-cultural…
Tan Sri Mohamed Jawhar Hassan appointed as Chairman of ISIS Malaysia
24 November 2018
Tan Sri Mohamed Jawhar Hassan has been appointed as Chairman of ISIS Malaysia upon retirement as Chairman and CEO.
Dato’ Dr Mahani Zainal Abidin appointed as the CEO of ISIS Malaysia
24 November 2018
Dato’ Dr Mahani Zainal Abidin has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ISIS Malaysia on 9 January 2010. Details of this can be found in the article: ‘Mahani Named New ISIS Chief’, New Straits Times, 12 January 2010.
Ms. Suwita Hani Randhawa
24 November 2018
Ms. Suwita Hani RandhawaResearcher Suwita obtained a Master of Arts (International Relations) at The Australian National University in Canberra, Australia. Prior to this, she also has obtained the following degrees at the University of Pretoria in Pretoria, South Africa: Bachelor of Arts (International Relations and Political Science); Bachelor of Laws (LLB); and Bachelor of Arts…
Ms. Mazlena Mazlan
24 November 2018
Ms. Mazlena MazlanResearcher Mazlena graduated with B.Sc. in Economics and M.Sc. in Management and Economics from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Her area of interest includes labour economics and development issues.
24th APR 2010 Highlights
24 November 2018
24th APR 2010 Highlights

Soft Power of Defence Diplomacy: A New Approach in Engaging Myanmar
24 November 2018
Paper presented by Woo Hon Weng at the International Symposium on Myanmar: 2010 Elections and Beyond, Hong Kong, 23-25 June 2010.

Valuable Lessons on Park 51 for Malaysia
24 November 2018
Valuable Lessons on Park 51 for Malaysia Article by Elina Noor which appeared in New Straits Times, 25 August 2010. Read More...

Malaysian Padi & Rice Industry: Applications of Supply Chain Management Approach
24 November 2018
Malaysian Padi & Rice Industry: Applications of Supply Chain Management Approach Paper presented by Larry C.Y. Wong et al at the National Rice Conference 2010, 28-30 June 2010, Swiss Garden Golf Resort, Lumut Read More...
24th Asia Pacific Roundtable
24 November 2018
24th Asia Pacific Roundtable - [picture of APR symbol] 24th Asia Pacific Roundtable will be held in June 2010 and hosted by ISIS Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur.
3rd ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Dialogue
24 November 2018
Date: 28-30 November 2010 Venue: Kuala Lumpur [By Invitation Only]
Mr. Billy Tea
24 November 2018
Mr. Billy TeaAnalyst Billy Tea is an Analyst with the Foreign Policy and Security Studies. His research interest include: conflict prevention, conflict management, and regional cooperation; Chinese foreign policy in Asia; and security and defence relations between Asia, Europe, and the US. Billy holds a BA in Political Science from UMASS Amherst and a MA…

Roundtable Dialogue with Mr Shri Rahul Gandhi
24 November 2018
Roundtable Dialogue with Mr Shri Rahul Gandhi, General Secretary, Indian National Congress, at ISIS Malaysia, 13 December 2010 [By Invitation Only]

25th Asia Pacific Roundtable
24 November 2018
The ASEAN Institutes of Strategic and International Study (ASEAN-ISIS) and ISIS Malaysia are pleased to announce that the 25th Asia Pacific Roundtable would be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 30th May to 1st June 2011. A blue ribbon list of security specialists, scholars and policy-makers would convene at the Shangri-la Hotel to discuss and…

THE ISIS PRAXIS SEMINAR 2011
24 November 2018
Knowledge for Action in the Coming Year. 3 March 2011, Renaissance Hotel, Kuala Lumpur The ISIS PRAXIS Seminar provides participants with information-rich analyses and perspectives in an interactive environment to order to assist them in their corporate planning and business growth strategies. Tentative Programme Seminar Fee: RM 388 per participant (incl. conference package and materials).…

The Global Movement for Justice, Peace & Dignity – BBC World Debate
24 November 2018
The debate featured the The Hon Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib Tun Abdul Razak, Prime Minister of Malaysia; The Hon Ali Babacan, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkey; Dr Anies Baswedan, President, Paramadina University, Indonesia; Mr Khalid Abdulla-Janahi, Vice Chairman/Co-Founder Arab Business Council; and Prof Dr Nilufer Narli, Professor of Political Sociology, Bahcesehir University,…

Conference on Global Movement for Justice, Peace & Dignity
24 November 2018
23 February 2011, Istanbul, Turkey. Jointly organized by ISIS Malaysia, Bachcesehir University, Civilization Studies Center (MEDAM) and JUST. It was jointly organized by ISIS Malaysia, the International Movement for a Just World (JUST) Malaysia, and Civilization Studies Center (MEDAM), Bahcesehir University, Istanbul, Turkey. Session 2 of Conference: The Global Movement for Justice, Peace & Dignity…

Planthopper Threat to Sustainable Development of Asian Rice Farming: A Worm’s Eye View
24 November 2018
Planthopper Threat to Sustainable Development of Asian Rice Farming: A Worm’s Eye View Paper presented by Dr Larry C.Y. Wong at the International Symposium on Asia-Pacific Agricultural Sustainable Development, 26-27 April 2011, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China. Read More...

Osama Is Dead. Does It Matter?
24 November 2018
Osama Is Dead. Does It Matter? Article by Elina Noor in The Malaysian Insider, 4 May 2011. Read More... Also available at: http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/breakingviews/article/osama-is-dead.-does-it-matter-elina-noor.
Dr. Muhammed Abdul Khalid
24 November 2018
Dr. Muhammed Abdul KhalidSenior Analyst Dr. Muhammed Abdul Khalid is a Senior Analyst of Social Policy at the Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS), Malaysia. His research interest includes issues related to economic inequality, income and wealth distribution, and socio- economic development. His PhD thesis ''Wealth Inequality in Malaysia'' was awarded mention trés bien…

[25th APR] Recent Trends in Armed Conflicts: New Challenges for Humanitarian Actors
24 November 2018
Alain Aeschlimann -Amongst the characteristics of current armed conflicts and situations of violence are the following features: diversity of conflicts; high fragmentation; duration of armed conflicts; easier access to information; connectivity of people and globalization of issues; and heightened security challenges facing humanitarian organizations Download and Listen Now

[25th APR] East Asia Regionalism: The View from Jakarta
24 November 2018
Hon. Dr. Raden Mohammad Marty Muliana Natalegawa, , Minister of Foreign Affairs, Indonesia - Luncheon Talk by the Hon. Dr. Raden Mohammad Marty Muliana Natalegawa, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Indonesia, 25th Asia-Pacific Roundtable, Kuala Lumpur, 30 May 2011. Three aspects of East Asia regionalism were raised: i) East Asia regionalism should be anchored on Asean;…

[25th APR] Securing the Maritime Commons: The Role of Regional Navies
24 November 2018
Admiral Robert F. Willard -A common cause of the nations of the Asia Pacific is domain security, particularly maritime security. Navies in the region play a diverse and powerful supporting role Download and Listen Now

[25th APR] Does Chinese navy pose threat to US?
24 November 2018
- Dialogue interview with Admiral Robert Willard, Commander, US Pacific Command by Mr Yang Rui, CCTV, 7 June 2011. Link: http://english.cntv.cn/program/dialogue/20110607/114857.shtml

Breakfast on Budget
24 November 2018
Friday, 7th Oct. 2011 on BFM 89.9 REFSA Executive Director Chi-Chang takes the hot seat on the 8am Breakfast Grille, giving you the first taste of what to expect of the Budget 2012 with Dato' Dr Mahani Zainal Abidin (ISIS Malaysia) and BFM host Noelle Lim.

ISIS Praxis Seminar:Knowledge for Action in the Coming Year
24 November 2018
An annual event held at the end of the year to facilitate decision makers to formulate well-informed strategic decisions in the coming year Institute of Strategic & International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia presents ISIS PRAXIS Seminar Knowledge for Action in the Coming Year 23 November 2011, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur To view the brochure and registration…

26th Asia Pacific Roundtable
24 November 2018
26th Asia Pacific Roundtable Asian Security Governance and Order The Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) brings together scholars, journalists and senior government officials to engage in timely and policy-relevant dialogue on the major security challenges confronting the region. Held annually since 1987, the APR has gained a reputation as the premier Track Two security forum in the…

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24 November 2018
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26th Asia Pacific Roundtable - Local
24 November 2018
26th Asia Pacific Roundtable Asian Security Governance and Order The Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) brings together scholars, journalists and senior government officials to engage in timely and policy-relevant dialogue on the major security challenges confronting the region. Held annually since 1987, the APR has gained a reputation as the premier Track Two security forum in the…

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24 November 2018
26th Asia Pacific Roundtable Asian Security Governance and Order The Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) brings together scholars, journalists and senior government officials to engage in timely and policy-relevant dialogue on the major security challenges confronting the region. Held annually since 1987, the APR has gained a reputation as the premier Track Two security forum in the…
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24 November 2018
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26 Asia Pacific Roundtable - International(CSCAP members)
23 November 2018
26th Asia Pacific Roundtable Asian Security Governance and Order The Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) brings together scholars, journalists and senior government officials to engage in timely and policy-relevant dialogue on the major security challenges confronting the region. Held annually since 1987, the APR has gained a reputation as the premier Track Two security forum in the…

The Competition for Domestic Investments
23 November 2018
By Steven CM Wong which appeared in New Straits Times, 22 January 2013
Mr. Kamal Zharif Jauhari
23 November 2018
Mr. Kamal Zharif Jauhari Researcher Kamal Zharif Jauhari graduated from UiTM (Universiti Teknologi MARA) with BSc (Hons) in Actuarial Science and a MSc Finance, Investment, and Risk from University of Kent. His area of research interests are on financial economics, economics and financial development, and also risks management.
ISIS Participation In Conferences 2014
23 November 2018
Workshop on ‘Myanmar’s Reforms: Achieving Progress Through Democracy’ , Yangon, 17 January 2014 & Workshop on ‘Myanmar’s ASEAN Chairmanship – The Way Forward’, Yangon,18 January 2014. Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Mohamed Jawhar Hassan, Chairman; Tan Sri Rastam Mohd Isa, Chief Executive; and Mr. Steven Wong, Deputy Chief Executive attended both workshops. At the Workshops, Tan…
ISIS International Affairs Forum on ‘Climate Change and the Nexus of Water, Food and Energy Security’
23 November 2018
by Sir David King, Foreign Secretary’s Special Representative for Climate Change, United Kingdom [By Invitation Only] Date:18 February 2014 Venue: Kuala Lumpur Jointly organized by the British High Commission and ISIS Malaysia.

Ms. Michelle Kwa
23 November 2018
Michelle KwaAnalyst Michelle Kwa is an Analyst with the Technology, Innovation, Environment and Sustainability (TIES). She majored in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency in her undergraduate degree in Environmental Engineering in HAW Hamburg. She holds a Master degree from Leipzig University and Utrecht University in Joint International Master in Sustainable Development majoring in Energy and…

Soft Power Can Still be a Smart Tool of Diplomacy
23 November 2018
Article by Mr Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 6 January 2015. Also published in The Star, 10 January 2015 entitled: Soft power still packing a punch. SB_The_Star_10Jan2015.pdf SB_The_National(UAE)_06Jan2015.pdf

US Pivot to Asia Deserves Praise Not Condemnation
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 13 January 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_13Jan2015.pdf

Gale-force Hype or Not, Nature Needs Protection
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 20 January 2015. SB_The_National_(UAE)_20Jan2015.pdf

Thaksin Has to be Part of Any Democratic Solution in Thailand
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 27 January 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_27Jan2015.pdf

After Charlie Hebdo: Is Religion Dividing or Uniting the World?
23 November 2018
By Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 5 February 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_05Feb2015.pdf

Asean Hopes to Avoid Problems Plaguing the EU
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 4 February 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_04Feb2015.pdf

Guilty or Not, Anwar Ibrahim Saga Ends Today
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 9 February 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_09Feb2015.pdf

Anwar’s Jail Term Finally Gives Malaysia Some Closure
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in South China Morning Post, 11 February 2015. SB_South_China_Morning_Post_11Feb2015.pdf

The Myths of Brevik Must Not be Alllowed to Go Mainstream
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 24 February 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_24Feb2015.pdf

Lee Kuan Yew’s Place in History Is Guaranteed
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 3 March 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_03Mar2015.pdf

Flight MH370 Showed the Limits of What We Know
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 10 March 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_10Mar2015.pdf

As Libya Tell Us, Regime Change Is Not an End Point
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 17 March 2015. SB_TheNational(UAE)_17Mar2015.pdf

China’s New Bank Is Proof There’s a New World Order
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 24 March 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_24Mar2015.pdf

In Remembering Saigon, We Forget Why the US Lost
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 31 March 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_31Mar2015.pdf

US ‘No Drama’ Policy Fits Obama’s Personality
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 7 April 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_07Apr2015.pdf

Privacy Is Dead. Long Live Safety in the Age of Terror
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 14 April 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_14Apr2015.pdf

Why Many Republics Love Their Political Dynasties
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 21 April 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_21Apr2015.pdf

A Great Power Is Rising as a Third Force in the East
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 28 April 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_28Apr2015.pdf

Mr. Yong Hee Kong
23 November 2018
Mr. Yong Hee Kong Senior Fellow Mr. Yong Hee Kong is Senior Fellow at the Economics Department. He also serves as Adviser on Public Private Partnerships (PPP) matters to the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, London, and is council member of the Asian Council of International Project Finance Association. He was the PPP Adviser to…

UK Ballot Must Kick Start Broad Electoral Reform
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 5 May 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_05May2015.pdf

Europe’s Left-wing Parties Must Be Moral Or Nothing
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 12 May 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_12May2015.pdf

Quiet Dialogue May Help Solve Asia’s Refugee Crisis
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 19 May 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_19May2015.pdf

The US Must Rethink the Way It Views Crisis in Iraq
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 26 May 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_26May2015.pdf

Sustainable Development: Achievable Or Just a Dream?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Brynes which appeared in The National (UAE), 2 June 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_02Jun2015.pdf

The Kinabalu Nudists Need Brains As Well As Clothes
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The Independent, 12 June 2015. SB_The_Independent_12Jun2015.pdf

The West Must Work Out What Makes Russia Tick
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 16 June 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_16Jun2015.pdf

The US Must Not Flip-flop on Free Trade, Its Mainstay
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 23 June 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_23Jun2015.pdf

To be Israel’s Ally, the US Must Help It Make Some
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 7 July 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_07Jul2015.pdf

India and Pakistan Join the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation But Its Power to Influence Remains Weak
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 9 July 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_09Jul2015.pdf

Retell the Narrative of Islam to Attack ISIL’s Core
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 30 June 2015. SB_The_National(UAE)_30Jun2015.pdf

Myanmar Must Remove Laws That Punish the Few
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 14 July 2015. SB_TheNational(UAE)_14Jul2015.pdf

Assad may be the bad part of a good solution
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), July 21, 2015 SB_The_National(UAE)_21Jul2015.pdf

Can the Brotherhood play a role in a stable region?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), Aug 4, 2015 SB_TheNational(UAE)_4Aug2015.pdf

The Ties That Once Bound Now Bind Nations Together
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), Aug 11, 2015 SB_TheNational(UAE)_11Aug2015.pdf

Is the D-word Getting in the Way of Good Governance?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 18 August 2015. SB_The_National_UAE_18Aug2015.pdf

North Korea May be Trying to Tell Us Something
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 25 August 2015. SB_The_National_UAE_25Aug2015.pdf

The Strange New Appeal of the Old Men of the Left
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 1 September 2015. Download

Against the Odds, Big Government Is Back
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 15 September 2015. Download

Ill at Ease
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The Times Literary Supplement, 16 September 2015. Download

What Catalonia’s Vote Says About the World Order
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 29 September 2015. Download

The West and Its Lack of Empathy in Times of Crisis
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 6 October 2015. Download

Mr. Justin Lim
23 November 2018
Mr. Justin Lim Analyst Mr. Justin Lim is an Analyst at the Economics Department. Previously, he was an actuarial management consultant focusing on regulatory actuarial valuations and merger & acquisition advisory for local insurers and reinsurers. He is currently a Level 2 candidate in the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Program. His research interests include international…

Even in Public Life, Some Things Should be Private
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 13 October 2015. Download

Pragmatism Is Not the Same As Anything Goes
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 20 October 2015. Download

Myanmar Prepares for its Imperfect Election
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), Oct. 27, 2015 Download

Some People Forget the Meaning of Democracy in Turkey
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), November 3, 2015. Download

Are We On the Cusp of a Remarkable Power Shift?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), November 10, 2015. Download

Europe Must Discover and Celebrate its Muslim Past
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), November 17, 2015. Download

The EU is Fractured... it should learn from Asia
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), November 24, 2015. Download

Will Drawing New Borders Create and Sustain Peace?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes appeared in The National (UAE), December 8, 2015. Download

Only Extremism Wins When Politicians Behave Badly
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), December 15, 2015. Download

Although the Past is Imperfect, It Cannot be Erased
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes appeared in The National (UAE), November 30, 2015. Download

This year, four trends were clearly on display
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes appeared in The National (UAE), November 30, 2015. Download

A Constitution is the Best Guarantee of Stability
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), January 5, 2016 Download

Five Years On, the Arab Spring’s Difficult Legacy
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), January 12, 2016. Download

Russia Can Play a Positive Role on the World Stage
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), January 19, 2016. Download

No Country Seems Safe From Extremists’ Reach
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), January 26, 2016. Download

When did Europe’s Moral Compass Go So Wrong?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), February 2, 2016. Download

Why Hillary Won’t Win the Race to the White House
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), February 9, 2016. Download

EU Referendum Should Address the Real Issues
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), February 16, 2016. Download

America May Long for the Days of the Bush Dynasty
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), February 23, 2016. Download

Back Seat Drivers are Rarely Helpful in Politics
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), March 1, 2016. Download

Why Donald Trump as President Might Not be All That Bad
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), March 15, 2016. Download

Why has the West Gone Cold on Democracy?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), March 22, 2016. Download

Australia wasn’t ‘Found’: it was invaded by Britain
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), April 5, 2016. Download

If the World Won’t Take on ISIL, What Will We Fight For?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), March 29, 2016. Download

Black and White Reductionism is Just Plain Folly
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), April 26, 2016. Download

Legitimate Criticism of Israel is Not Anti-Semitism
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), May 3, 2016. Download

‘Duterte Harry’ or Not, Democracy isn’t in Peril
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), May 10, 2016. Download

Why We Need a New World Order
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), May 24, 2016. Download

ISIS Malaysia Annual Report 2015
23 November 2018
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Even the Non-believers Must Understand Faith
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National, May 31, 2016. Download

Economics is Not As Simple As ‘one-size-fits-all’
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National, June 7, 2016. Download

Brexit: A Dirty Battle Characterised by Lies and Exaggeration
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National, June 21, 2016. Download

Guns are Killing Americans – and that has to change
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National, June 14, 2016. Download
Snaptalk Videos
23 November 2018
30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks by Mr Pramit Pal Chaudhuri 30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks by Associate Professor Ryo Sahashi 30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks by Dr Frank Umbach 30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks by Dr Aries Arugay 30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks by Prof William Maley (1) 30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks by Dr…

The Fight Against ISIL Requires Tough Laws
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), July 5 2016. Download

At last, the 1 per cent are beginning to get it
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), July 13, 2016. Download

Sail Carefully Through the South China Sea Dispute
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), July 19, 2016. Download

Goodbye EU, Hello Commonwealth!
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The Star, July 21, 2016. Download

In This Chaotic Age, the Real Truth is Rarely Heard
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), July 26, 2016. Download

Marcos’s Journey from Dictator to Hero is Complete
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), August 9, 2016. Download

Film Sheds New Light on Young Jihadists’ Journeys
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), August 16, 2016. Download

When the ‘Right’ Choice is Impossible to Make
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), August 23, 2016. Download

Welcoming Immigrants is Right – and It Makes Sense
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), October 4, 2016. Download

Truth and Trust Are The Great Casualties of 2016
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), October 18, 2016. Download

Why the UAE is Leading The Way on Tolerance
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), October 11, 2016. Download

Global Institutions Must Be Fully Representative
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), October 25, 2016 Download

Is There a Future for Obama’s Pivot to Asia?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), November 1, 2016 Download

Four Post-ballot Lessons America Must Heed
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), November 8, 2016. Download

Trump Could be the New Nixon – and That Might not a Bad Thing
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), November 15, 2016. Download

Comey’s Misadventure was Careless and Reckless
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), December 13, 2016. Download
Majlis Jamuan Hari Raya Aidilfitri ISIS Malaysia 2018
23 November 2018
ISIS Malaysia cordially invite you to Majlis Jamuan Hari Raya Aidilfitri ISIS Malaysia 2018. Date : 7th July 2018 (Saturday) Venue : Laman ISIS Malaysia Kindly fill up your details and please select one of the following to RSVP: {rsform 16} Please contact us via email at isisraya2018@isis.org.my or call us at +603 2693 9366…
Majlis Jamuan Hari Raya Aidilfitri ISIS Malaysia 2017
23 November 2018
ISIS Malaysia cordially invite you to Majlis Jamuan Hari Raya Aidilfitri ISIS Malaysia 2018. Date : 7th July 2018 (Saturday) Venue : Laman ISIS Malaysia Kindly fill up your details and please select one of the following to RSVP: {rsform 15} Please contact us via email at isisraya2018@isis.org.my or call us at +603 2693 9366…

Our Roles in Solving Juvenile Delinquency
23 November 2018
Summary of speech “Restoring Moral Values: Family, Schools, Society” by Dr Abdul Wahed Jalal Nori (Senior Analyst) in Report of 17th Melaka International Youth Dialogue with the theme “Our Roles in Solving Juvenile Delinquency” held from 9th to 13th July 2017 at MITC Hotel in Melaka, organized by The World Assembly of Youth (WAY). Download

Darul-Quran Ittifaqiyah
23 November 2018
ISIS Malaysia launched a donation drive among its employees recently to aid the Darul-Quran Ittifaqiyah fire victims in Dato’ Keramat KL. A community outreach was then carried out by its Public Affairs associates on 28 September 2017

Has the world grown complacent about the horrors of potential nuclear war?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 24 October 2017. Download

The dark side of long rule is starkly demonstrated by one-time revolutionary Ortega
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 30 April 2018 Download
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23 November 2018

What is the price of peace in Syria?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 5 December 2017. Download

The quest’s for a ‘United States of Europe’ exemplifies the EU elite’s contempt for people’s wishes
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 12 December 2017. Download

Trump is Turning Into a Pretty Decent President
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), April 18, 2017. Download

Choosing a nonagenarian former PM to head Malaysia’s opposition is a regressive move
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 9 January 2018. Download

The most important battle of our times is war against fake news
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 30 January 2018. Download

How Trump is Reimagining America’s Role
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), May 23, 2017. Download

Don’t Let Counter-terrorism Work Wrongly Condemn Entire Religions
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE) , 6 June 2017. Download

Wouldn’t It Be Good If Relations Between US and Russia Improved?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 11 July 2017. Download

Erdogan and the Tragic Legacy of Turkey’s 2016 Coup Attempt
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 18 July 2017. Download

Europe Should Stop Bullying Poland and Start Respecting Democracy
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 25 July 2017. Download

Why the rise of the far-right in Germany means the country is becoming ‘more normal’
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 26 September 2017. Download

The EU’s more pragmatic and sensible approach to Brexit is overdue and welcome
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 10th October 2017. Download

Opposition talk of reforms rings hollow
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in New Straits Times, 16 April 2018 Download

With Brexit looming, Britain is looking for new Commonwealth allies
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), 17 April 2018 Download

How Liberals in the West Forgot What Liberalism Is
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), March 14, 2017. Download

It’s Asia’s Century and the West Better Adapt to that
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), March 21, 2017. Download

Cambodia should not pay for American interference
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), March 28, 2017. Download

Erdogan, Le Pen and Historical Responsibility
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), April 11, 2017. Download

Populists are the Product of Failed Political Parties
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), April 4, 2017. Download

Obama and the Crushing Failure of His Leadership
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), December 20, 2016. Download

When did the West and Russian Go Different Ways?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), December 27, 2016. Download

A Different Perspective on the Upsets of the Past Year
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), January 3, 2017. Download

Is the European Union a Mere Blip in History?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), January 10, 2017. Download

Can the OIC Find a Proper Solution for the Rohingya?
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), January 17, 2017. Download

Look Carefully, 2017 is Not All Doom and Gloom
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), January 24, 2017. Download

The Pernicious Influence of Liberal Interventionism
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), January 31, 2017. Download

Diplomacy Still Matters a Lot – Even in the Age of Disruption
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), February 7, 2017. Download

The Revolt Against Elites Won’t Stop Any Time Soon
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), February 14, 2017. Download

Europe Must Pull Its Weight if ‘The West’ is to Survive
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in The National (UAE), February 21, 2017. Download

Why King Salman’s Visit is Significant
23 November 2018
Article by Sholto Byrnes which appeared in New Straits Times, March 3, 2017. Download

The Valdai Club Asian Regional Conference
22 November 2018

A Courtesy call by Ministry of Foreign Affairs, State of Kuwait
14 November 2018

ISIS Malaysia Seminar on “The 2019 Indonesian Presidential Election: The Usual (and the Unusual) Suspects”
14 November 2018
Agenda AWANI: RMK-11 dokumen reformasi komprehensif
07 November 2018

11th ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand (AANZ) Dialogue
22 October 2018
Cambodia Development Research Institute (CDRI)
20 October 2018
CDRI's Mission As an independent Cambodian development policy research institute, the mission of the Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI) is to contribute to Cambodia’s sustainable development and the well-being of its people through the generation of high quality policy-relevant development research, knowledge dissemination and capacity building. CDRI works to achieve this mission in partnership with…

Review of the 11th Malaysia Plan RMK11 on Agenda Awani
18 October 2018
On October 18, Dr Hezri Adnan was on Astro Awani, Agenda Awani with Kamarul Bahrin dissecting the Mid-Term Review of the 11th Malaysia Plan RMK11.

Korea’s New Southern Policy: Motivations, Aspirations, and Implications
11 October 2018

How to Understand China Today Through Its Traditional Philosophy: China’s X Factor
08 October 2018

PRAXIS Economic Seminar
04 October 2018
Council for Security and Cooperation in Asia and the Pacific (CSCAP)
23 September 2018
The Council for Security Cooperation in the Asia Pacific (CSCAP) was established on 8 June 1993 with the aim of providing a structural regional process of a non-governmental nature to contribute to the efforts towards regional confidence building and enhancing regional security through dialogues, consultation and cooperation. ISIS Malaysia is the lead institution of CSCAP…
Pacific Economic Cooperation Council (PECC)
23 September 2018
The Pacific Economic Cooperation Council (PECC) is a tripartite partnership of senior individuals from business and industry, government, academic and other intellectual circles. All participate in their private capacity and discuss freely on current, practical policy issues of the Asia-Pacific region. Its work program aims for better cooperation and policy coordination in areas including trade,…
Asean-ISIS
23 September 2018
Asean Institutes of Strategic and International Studies (Asean-ISIS) The Asean-ISIS network is an association of think-tanks registered with Asean. Formed in 1988, its founding members comprise the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) of Indonesia, Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia, Institute of Strategic and Development Studies (ISDS Philippines), Singapore Institute…

Economic Growth, Environment and Privatisation
14 September 2018
Economic Growth, Environment and PrivatisationEssays by Dr Jomo K Sundaram. Download
ISIS Malaysia Annual Report 2017
14 September 2018
Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia Annual Report 2017
THIRTY2 APR: DISRUPTION: PEOPLE. TECHNOLOGY. POWER. SECURITY
14 September 2018
ASEAN CIRCLE 2017 - 2018
14 September 2018
APR@30: Cooperation and Contestation in A Changing Regional Landscape
14 September 2018
The 30th Asia-Pacific Roundtable: A Short Report
StreetScore scores a street view based on how safe it looks to a human
13 September 2018
The model is talking about booking her latest gig, modeling WordPress underwear in the brand latest Perfectly Fit campaign, which was shot by Lachian Bailey. It was such a surreal moment cried she admitted. The main thing that you have to remember on this journey is just be nice to everyone and always smile. It's…
50 Tips and Insights About Productivity, Happiness, and Life
13 September 2018
The model is talking about booking her latest gig, modeling WordPress underwear in the brand latest Perfectly Fit campaign, which was shot by Lachian Bailey. It was such a surreal moment cried she admitted. The main thing that you have to remember on this journey is just be nice to everyone and always smile. It's…

30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks - Professor Zhu Feng
13 September 2018

30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks - Prof William Maley (2)
13 September 2018

Myanmar's eternal shame
13 September 2018
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Who will win the 2019 presidential election?
13 September 2018
IN Michael Vatikiotis’ book Blood and Silk, Javanese dewaraja (divine kings) are described to have derived their legitimacy not only from their possession of charismatic aura but also their kesaktian(mystical powers) to bring prosperity to the rakyat and repel any calamity. No one shows the fervour to personify dewaraja as much as Prabowo Subianto in…

30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks - Ambassador Shivshankar Menon
13 September 2018

ISIS Malaysia Board of Directors Informal Luncheon Meeting
05 September 2018
ISIS Malaysia Board of Directors Informal Luncheon Meeting 4 September 2018Orchid Room, The Royal Lake Club, Lake Garden, Kuala Lumpur On September 04 2018 an informal luncheon meeting among ISIS Malaysia Board of Directors was held at the Orchid Room, The Royal Lake Club, Lake Garden, Kuala Lumpur. Among others, members discussed the direction of…

"Kunjungan Hormat Ahli-ahli Lembaga Pengarah ISIS Malaysia Ke atas YAB Tun Dr. Mahathir Bin Mohamed"
05 September 2018
"Kunjungan Hormat Ahli-ahli Lembaga Pengarah ISIS Malaysia Ke atas YAB Tun Dr. Mahathir Bin Mohamed, Perdana Menteri Malaysia" 23 July 2018Prime Minister Office, Perdana Putra Bullding, Putrajaya On 23 July 2018, ISIS Malaysia’s Chairman and Chief Executive Tan Sri Rastam Mohd Isa, together with Board members and the Head of Administration of the institute called…

Dialogue With Minister of Foreign Affairs & Malaysian CSO-SDG Alliance
05 September 2018
Dialogue With Minister of Foreign Affairs & Malaysian CSO-SDG Alliance 27 August 2018 Wisma Putra Dr Hezri Adnan attended a meeting with the Foreign Minister Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah on 27 August 2018 in his capacity as the Co-Chair of the Malaysian Civil Society Alliance for Sustainable Development Goals. The meeting at Wisma Putra was also…
International Institute of Advanced Islamic Studies (IAIS) Malaysia
03 September 2018
IAIS is an independent Islamic think-tank, seeking to promote civilisational renewal. The institute carries out research on pressing issues facing Muslims and non-Muslims and makes policy recommendations to the Government of Malaysia. IAIS publishes its own journal, Islam and Civilisational Renewal, as well as monographs and occasional papers. IAIS holds regular public forums on a…

Myanmar's eternal shame
03 September 2018
Article by Bunn Nagara which appeared in The Star, 2 September 2018 Download

7th Malaysian-German Security Dialogue
30 August 2018

Should Malaysia liberalise its rice imports?
30 August 2018
On June 6, 2018, the Agriculture and Agrobased Industry Minister announced that the Cabinet had decided to review the monopoly to import rice by Padiberas Nasional Berhad (BERNAS). Download

Malaysia must be vigilant on US-China trade war
28 August 2018
Comments by Mr Firdaos Rosli which appeared in The Malaysian Reserve, 25 July 2018 Also available here More details

Malaysia’s budget goals still possible with sales tax, but future pain awaits: Experts
28 August 2018
Comments by Mr Firdaos Rosli which appeared in Today Online, 27 July 2018 Also available here More details

Will the SST lead to lower prices? Well, it depends
28 August 2018
Comments by Mr Firdaos Rosli which appeared in Yahoo News, 24 July 2018 Also available here More details

Come clean on fuel subsidies, Finance Ministry urged
28 August 2018
Comments by Mr Firdaos Rosli which appeared in FMT News, 21 July 2018 Also available here More details
China’s stalled investments to top agenda when Malaysian envoy visits Beijing, observers say
28 August 2018
Comments by Mr Shahriman Lockman which appeared in South China Morning Post, 17 July 2018 Also available here More details

SST will raise prices of cars and services’
28 August 2018
Comments by Mr Firdaos Rosli which appeared in FMT News, 14 July 2018 Also available here More details

China terus promosi Malaysia jadi hab perdagangan terbaik - Ma Jiantang
28 August 2018
Comments by Dato’ Steven Wong which appeared in Astro Awani, 2 July 2018 Also available here More details

Cooperation, focus of Malaysian PM's visit to China
20 August 2018
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad is paying an official visit to China, barely three months after his return to power. The visit is at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, and the two sides are expected to discuss cooperation and regional issuesTV program World Insight with Tian Wei on Friday 17th August 2018 from…

Some regional realities
20 August 2018
Article by Bunn Nagara which appeared in The Star, 19 August, 2018 Download

7th Bali Process Senior Officials’ Meeting
16 August 2018
7th Bali Process Senior Officials’ Meeting 6 August 2018 Bali International Convention Center Deputy Chief Executive Dato’ Steven Wong presenting to the 7th Bali Process Senior Officials’ meeting and spoke for the Asia Dialogue on Forced Migration about the displacement challenges facing the region

IERP Global Conference 2018
16 August 2018
IERP Global Conference 2018. Enterprise Risk Management: New Paradigm 31 July 2018 Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur Deputy Chief Executive Dato’ Steven Wong recently spoke on ’The Not-So-Slow-Descent into Global Political and Security Disorder' at the IERP Global Conference 2018. His four points were on: 1) Crises of democracy/institutions and implications on social order/cooperation 2) Deterioration…

APR Report
16 August 2018
The 32nd Asia-Pacific Roundtable (2018) Thirty-First Asia-Pacific Roundtable (2017) The 30th Asia-Pacific Roundtable (2016)

Alif Iskandar Zabidi bin Azmil
16 August 2018
Analyst Mr. Alif Iskandar Zabidi bin Azmil is an analyst at the Institute for Strategic and International Studies. Prior to joining ISIS he worked in the Strategy division of EY Advisory Services, Malaysia. He has also previously served as a research assistant in the Urban Development and Water Division at the Asian Development Bank’s Resident…

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15 August 2018
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30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks by Ambassador Pou Sothirak
13 August 2018

30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks by Mr Ralph Cossa
13 August 2018

30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks by Dr James Boutilier (2)
13 August 2018

30th Asia Pacific Roundtable: Snaptalks by Dr May Britt Stumbaum
13 August 2018

Pressure mounting to ratify CPTPP
13 August 2018
Article by Firdaos Rosli which appeared in New Straits Times, 8 August 2018 Download

The Southern Thailand Conflict: Complexities, Obstacles, and Opportunities
12 August 2018

Organiser
03 August 2018

Interlocutor & Panellists
03 August 2018
Session 1: PROSPECTS, STRENGTHS AND VULNERABILITIES OF THE MALAYSIAN ECONOMY Interlocutor: Panelists: Mr Tan Chung HanMore info Mr Tan Chung Han Producer and Presenter BFM Radio Malaysia Mr Marzunisham OmarMore info Mr Marzunisham Omar Assistant GovernorBank Negara Malaysia Mr Richard RecordMore info Mr Richard Record Lead EconomistMacroeconomics, Trade and Investment Global Practice World Bank Group…
Programme
03 August 2018
Thursday, 4 October 2018 0845 – 0930 Registration & Networking 0930 – 0950 Participants take their seats 1015 – 1025 WELCOMING REMARKS 1025 – 1045 ROYAL ADDRESS 1045 – 1100 Refreshments 1100 – 1215 SESSION 1: PROSPECTS, STRENGTHS AND VULNERABILITIES OF THE MALAYSIAN ECONOMY 1215 – 1330 SESSION 2: RAISING THE GAME OF MALAYSIAN MANUFACTURING…

THIRTY2 APR: DISRUPTION: PEOPLE. TECHNOLOGY. POWER. SECURITY
02 August 2018
The 32nd Asia-Pacific Roundtable: A Report Download

APR@30: Cooperation and Contestation in A Changing Regional Landscape
02 August 2018
The 30th Asia-Pacific Roundtable: A Short Report Download

ISIS Focus 1/2018 No. 7
31 July 2018

ASEAN CIRCLE 2017 - 2018
30 July 2018
ASEAN CIRCLE 2017 - 2018 Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia Download

ISIS International Affairs Forum on "The Southern Thailand Conflict: Complexities, Obstacles, and Opportunities"
30 July 2018
by: DR CHANINTIRA NA THALANG Associate Professor of International Relations Thammasat University, Thailand Event status: By Invitation only Date: 30 July 2018 Time: 10.00am Venue : ISIS Malaysia Overview Over the past 14 years, the conflict in Thailand’s southern provinces has claimed 7,000 lives, caused numerous injuries, hindered economic and social development and created an…

Child Marriage Study: Analysis, Drivers and Recommendations
19 July 2018

ISIS International Affairs Forum on "Child Marriage Study: Analysis, Drivers and Recommendations"
19 July 2018
a collaboration of UNICEF & ISIS Malaysia Event status: By Invitation only Date: 19 July 2018 Time: 11.00am Venue : ISIS Malaysia Overview Whilst the Child Act 2001 defines a child as 18 and above, this definition is not applied to provisions on the minimum age of marriage for non-Muslims under the LRA or the…

Cyberspace invaders
19 July 2018
Article by Elina Noor appeared in MalayMail, 17 July 2018 Download
The ASEAN Circle second Meeting
19 July 2018
Event status: By Invitation only Date: 28 August 2017 Time: 2.30pm Venue : Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur View gallery
The Meeting of the Malaysia National Committee for Pacific Economic Cooperation (MANCPEC)
13 July 2018
Event status: By Invitation only Date: 5 July 2018 Time: 10am Venue : ISIS Malaysia View gallery

Forum on "Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare – International Developments and Opportunities For Malaysia"
11 July 2018

EWC's 2018 Jefferson Fellowships: Populism, Identity, and the State of Democracy in Southeast Asia
10 July 2018

IIAF on "The United States and China in Southeast Asia: Power Shift or Competitive Coexistence?"
09 July 2018

The Meeting of the Malaysia National Committee for Pacific Economic Cooperation (MANCPEC)
05 July 2018

Dialogue: New Approaches and Strategies for National Unity and Integration Under The Harapan Government
03 July 2018

Australia in a Changing Geostrategic Environment (Australian High Commission KL - ISIS Malaysia)
27 June 2018

Cooperation and competition in the Asia-Pacific – ASEAN and the superpower dynamics dilemma
27 June 2018
Article by Tan Sri Rastam Mohd Isa In : Horizons (Spring 2018) No. 11 Download

Issues Impacting Malaysia’s Maritime Security Policies and Postures
27 June 2018
Article by Thomas Daniel. In : Column: (Indo-Pacific Focus) No.3, Japan Institute of International Affairs, 18 June 2018 Download
Dialogue: New Approaches and Strategies for National Unity and Integration Under The Harapan Government
21 June 2018