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Economist commends country's efforts in poverty and inequality reduction.

Economist says the real test will be next year.

New revenues mean greater space for social spending, says the global lender.

Underemployment grew from 8.6pct in 2010 to 26.9pct in 2022.

This is due to improved performance in global economy, says economist.

Apurva also notes investors do not use competitiveness rankings as guides.

Fadhlina says committees set up to oversee concerns and implement educational reform.

We are way behind Singapore and Vietnam is overtaking us in education.

Country's revenue as share of GDP has been declining, Apurva says.

UPDATED 3.35PM | Economist says this is due to weak global growth, external demand.

Malaysia is second best performer in Asean after Singapore. 

Many countries facing mounting debts - Chief Economist Indermit Gill.

We cannot achieve net zero target by 2050 unless enforced by law. 

Zahid wants the country to up its investment game to become high-income nation. 

This is in view of expected further decline in revenue collection. 

Private sector spending expected to be main driver of growth.

Development lender expects global GDP growth of 1.7pct in 2023.

Malaysia’s effort should be showcased to the world. 

Ringgit’s strength will depend on how well the Malaysian economy performs.

Optimism stems from pent-up demand, says Apurva Sanghi.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine compounded the damage from Covid-19.

This is needed to increase productivity growth.

World Bank leaders pressured staff to boost China's score.