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Bank Negara Malaysia's Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour used the Gelam tree—a hardy coastal plant that thrives through constant renewal—as a powerful metaphor for structural economic reforms, emphasizing that Malaysia must shed outdated practices to maintain resilience.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos has announced comprehensive tax relief proposals in his 2026 State of the Nation Address, targeting workers and small businesses as global instability threatens economic stability.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that Malaysia cannot achieve developed nation status if citizens remain entrenched in divisive, race-based politics. Speaking at a youth training event, he called for generational unity and skills development to drive progress.