http://www.theprospectgroup.com The Prospect Group is a leading global firm specializing in media, research, and consulting. We meet, and discuss the most relevant economic issues with, hundreds of the world’s leading business executives, political elites, and other influential personalities from a cross-section of industries and countries. Watch video interviews from and/or about Malaysia. http://cdn.theprospectgroup.com/v2/media/BlP2OMen/poster.jpg?width=120 http://www.theprospectgroup.com The Prospect Group EFMAL http://www.theprospectgroup.com/japanese-malaysian-bilateral-relationship-continues-to-strengthen-more-fdi-opportunities-sought-82317/ Dr. Makio Miyagawa is the Japanese ambassador to Malaysia. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the bilateral relationship between Malaysia and Japan, FDI opportunities, and how Malaysia can be a gateway to Islamic nation markets for Japanese companies. Wed, 06 Apr 2016 02:10:13 -0000 3f4zkPxR 255 Economy,RI,Trade,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATD,Sukuk,Japan,THABKKPOST,Halal,OZ,Ambassador Economy,RI,Trade,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATD,Sukuk,Japan,THABKKPOST,Halal,OZ,Ambassador http://www.theprospectgroup.com/mahathir-mohamad-asean-trade-future-proton-1mdb-82245/ Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad is a politician, businessman, and was Malaysia’s longest serving Prime Minister. He currently chairs Malaysian car manufacturer Proton. He spoke with The Prospect Group about hot-button economic issues: ASEAN trade, the future of Proton, and 1MDB. Wed, 11 Mar 2015 04:16:00 -0000 HSt3X1A4 The Prospect Group 349 Economy,RI,Trade,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,ASEAN,THABKKPOST,Proton,1MDB,OZ The Prospect Group Economy,RI,Trade,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,ASEAN,THABKKPOST,Proton,1MDB,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/aj-pharma-holdings-tabassum-khan-halal-vaccines-82236/ Dr. Tabassum Khan is the Managing Director of AJ Pharma Holding, an initiative of the Aljomaih Group of Saudi Arabia established to focus on investments in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors in Malaysia and the surrounding region. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the economic and social benefits of being vaccination independent, what halal vaccination really means, and where he sees the industry headed in the future. Wed, 11 Feb 2015 05:21:00 -0000 I5ERzlKZ The Prospect Group 445 Health,Saudi Arabia,RI,Pharmaceuticals,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy,OZ The Prospect Group Health,Saudi Arabia,RI,Pharmaceuticals,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/biotechcorp-ceo-mohd-nazlee-kamal-malaysias-biotech-industry-82233/ Dato' Dr. Mohd Nazlee Kamal is the CEO of the Malaysian Biotechnology Corporation (BiotechCorp), an organization tasked with driving the country’s biotech industry. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Malaysia’s biotech industry, opportunities and initiatives in the Halal and Islamic economy, and replicating Malaysia’s bio-economy model elsewhere. Mon, 02 Feb 2015 04:12:00 -0000 aCLk8IAo The Prospect Group 279 Technology,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,Biotechnology,THABKKPOST,OZ The Prospect Group Technology,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,Biotechnology,THABKKPOST,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/wief-chairman-tun-musa-hitam-partnership-malaysia-stands-today-82227/ Tuna Musa Hitam is a politician, businessman, and former Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia. He currently chairs the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF). He spoke with The Prospect Group about the 10th annual WIEF that took place in Dubai, innovation in Islamic finance and business, and what Malaysia has to offer. Mon, 19 Jan 2015 06:24:00 -0000 eGPX9KKA The Prospect Group 398 Economy,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy The Prospect Group Economy,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy http://www.theprospectgroup.com/mahathir-mohamad-way-forward-malaysia-82222/ Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad is a politician, businessman, and was Malaysia’s longest serving Prime Minister. He spoke with The Prospect Group about economic growth and development in Malaysia, the education system, and his future outlook for the country. Tue, 06 Jan 2015 01:23:00 -0000 Ebi70Ock The Prospect Group 330 Politics,Economy,Education,Minister,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,Policy,OZ The Prospect Group Politics,Economy,Education,Minister,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,Policy,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/securities-commission-malaysia-dato-abdul-halim-ismail-third-sector-82219/ Dato’ Dr. Abdul Halim bin Ismail is a Member of the Shariah Advisory Council of the Securities Commission of Malaysia and the recipient of the 2014 Royal Award for Islamic Finance. He spoke with The Prospect Group about measuring progress and success in Islamic finance, how Shariah advisory councils function, and the need to develop the third sector of the economy. Tue, 30 Dec 2014 02:32:00 -0000 laoTea6z The Prospect Group 288 Finance,Islamic Banking,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy The Prospect Group Finance,Islamic Banking,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy http://www.theprospectgroup.com/hong-leong-islamic-bank-ceo-on-pitching-the-concept-of-islamic-banking-to-a-global-audience-82213/ Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank, part of the Hong Leong Financial Group. She spoke with The Prospect Group about bringing the concept and principles of Islamic banking to a mainstream global audience. Thu, 11 Dec 2014 06:44:00 -0000 uh7usPFM The Prospect Group 299 Finance,Islamic Banking,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy,OZ The Prospect Group Finance,Islamic Banking,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/wief-young-leaders-chairman-ebrahim-patel-on-supporting-young-leaders-82211/ Ebrahim Patel is the Chairman of the WIEF Young Leaders Network, a global platform connecting young leaders from across the world. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the WIEF Young Leaders Network and the 10th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF). Thu, 04 Dec 2014 06:22:00 -0000 5cgVaqbD The Prospect Group 368 RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy The Prospect Group RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy http://www.theprospectgroup.com/malaysias-minister-of-international-trade-industry-miti-on-raising-malaysias-profile-in-the-world-82208/ Y.B. Dato' Sri Mustapa Bin Mohamed is Malaysia’s Minister of International Trade & Industry (MITI). He spoke with The Prospect Group about promoting investment in Malaysia, supporting the Islamic economy, and reaching the country’s 2020 goals. Mon, 24 Nov 2014 06:10:00 -0000 vf2V79ls The Prospect Group 356 Economy,Investment,Minister,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy,OZ The Prospect Group Economy,Investment,Minister,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/maybank-islamic-bank-ceo-muzaffar-hisham-islamic-financial-services-malaysia-beyond-82203/ Muzaffar Hisham is the CEO of Maybank Islamic Bank, the third largest Islamic bank in the world. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Maybank’s role in Islamic financial services, his outlook for Islamic financial services globally, and how the Islamic financial model in alleviating shocks. Mon, 17 Nov 2014 06:47:00 -0000 pqfpt6lf The Prospect Group 336 Finance,Islamic Banking,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,OZ The Prospect Group Finance,Islamic Banking,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/hong-leong-islamic-bank-ceo-banks-activities-malaysias-islamic-financial-services-sector-82201/ Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank, part of the Hong Leong Financial Group. She spoke with The Prospect Group about Hong Leong Islamic Bank’s activities in Malaysia, the state of Malaysia's financial system, and her outlook for sukuk issuance. Thu, 13 Nov 2014 05:24:00 -0000 iOkKVl5G The Prospect Group 384 Finance,Islamic Banking,Banking,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,Sukuk,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy,OZ The Prospect Group Finance,Islamic Banking,Banking,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,Sukuk,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/maybank-islamic-bank-ceo-muzaffar-heshan-10th-world-islamic-economic-forum-wief-82188/ Muzaffar Hisham is the CEO of Maybank Islamic Bank. He spoke with The Prospect Group about his outlook for Islamic financial services globally, the theme of the 10th annual WIEF, and the most important topics he thinks should be addressed at the 10th WIEF in Dubai. Sun, 26 Oct 2014 17:00:00 -0000 rB7uqBNM The Prospect Group 301 Finance,Dubai,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy,OZ The Prospect Group Finance,Dubai,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/dato-dr-norraesah-mohamad-wief-businesswomen-network-82189/ Dato’ Dr. Norraesah Mohamad is the Chairman of the WIEF Businesswomen Network (WBN) and a Member of the Board of Trustees of the WIEF Foundation. She spoke with The Prospect Group about the WBN, empowering women globally, and how female perspective is an imperative in business. Sun, 26 Oct 2014 07:20:00 -0000 EoUeDFyk The Prospect Group 329 Education,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy The Prospect Group Education,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy http://www.theprospectgroup.com/wief-foundation-advisor-raja-teh-maimunah-islamic-finance-catalyst-global-growth-82186/ Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank and an Advisor for Islamic banking and finance to the WIEF Foundation. She spoke with The Prospect Group about her role with the WIEF Foundation, how Islamic finance is a catalyst for economic growth, and her outlook for the Islamic banking and financial service sector. Thu, 23 Oct 2014 04:15:00 -0000 I9Vu4zOW The Prospect Group 351 Finance,Islamic Banking,Economy,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy The Prospect Group Finance,Islamic Banking,Economy,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy http://www.theprospectgroup.com/wief-education-trust-chairman-socializing-education-82187/ Tan Sri Dr. Wan Mohd Zahid Mohd Noordin is the Chairman of the WIEF Education Trust, a part of the World Islamic Economic Forum Foundation. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the purpose of the WIEF Education Trust (WET), the activities WET is involved in, and socializing education. Thu, 23 Oct 2014 04:11:00 -0000 ejluKuM3 The Prospect Group 326 Education,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy The Prospect Group Education,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,WIEF,THABKKPOST,Islamic Economy http://www.theprospectgroup.com/giga-car-terminals-coo-malaysias-automotive-distribution-industry-82182/ Captain Hairi Ho is the COO of Giga Car Terminals, part of the Giga Shipping group. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the land side of automotive logistics, the current capacity for vehicles that the ports in Malaysia can handle, and the employment of new technology. Wed, 15 Oct 2014 00:15:00 -0000 Y7POA5B0 The Prospect Group 266 Logistics,RI,Transport,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST,Automotive,Shipping,Giga Shipping The Prospect Group Logistics,RI,Transport,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST,Automotive,Shipping,Giga Shipping http://www.theprospectgroup.com/nexus-mega-carriers-ceo-vehicle-shipment-peninsular-malaysia-east-malaysia-82179/ Raymond Wong is the CEO of Nexus Mega Carriers, part of the Giga Shipping group, which manages the shipment of vehicles from ports to clients. He spoke with The Prospect Group about remaining competitive in Malaysia, increasing fleet size, and using new technology to be more efficient. Thu, 02 Oct 2014 00:45:00 -0000 ZPsdtgLW The Prospect Group 276 Transportation,Logistics,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST,Automotive,Shipping,Giga Shipping The Prospect Group Transportation,Logistics,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST,Automotive,Shipping,Giga Shipping http://www.theprospectgroup.com/giga-shipping-ceo-growth-challenges-malaysias-shipping-industry-82176/ Captain Cheong Yut Seng is the CEO of Giga Shipping, part of a larger group that delivers end-to-end automotive shipping and logistics solutions. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the company's growth, the industry's growth, and the challenges the industry faces as a whole. Thu, 25 Sep 2014 07:39:00 -0000 RVByosse The Prospect Group 277 Industry,Logistics,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST,Automotive,Shipping,Giga Shipping The Prospect Group Industry,Logistics,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST,Automotive,Shipping,Giga Shipping http://www.theprospectgroup.com/straits-auto-logistics-md-automotive-industry-malaysia-82170/ Datuk Adrian Henry D'Silva is the Managing Director of Straits Auto Logistics and Giga Car Terminals, both subsidiaries of Giga Shipping, a group of companies that manages vessels and vehicle storage at port facilities. He spoke with The Prospect Group about working with auto manufacturers, the Malaysian automotive industry, and the challenges involved with automotive shipping. Tue, 16 Sep 2014 07:39:00 -0000 omIJ9tf1 The Prospect Group 313 Transportation,Logistics,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,ASEAN,THABKKPOST,Automotive,Shipping,Giga Shipping The Prospect Group Transportation,Logistics,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,ASEAN,THABKKPOST,Automotive,Shipping,Giga Shipping http://www.theprospectgroup.com/giga-shipping-md-kumar-prabakaran-malaysias-automotive-shipping-industry-82159/ Datuk Kumar Prabakaran is the Managing Director of Giga Shipping and Nexus Carriers, part of a group of companies that delivers automobiles and motorbikes from factory floors to dealerships all over Malaysia. He spoke with The Prospect Group about remaining competitive, future investment and expansion plans, and how Giga Shipping contributes to the Malaysian economy and national vision. Wed, 03 Sep 2014 08:16:00 -0000 TV8BgiJP The Prospect Group 348 Transportation,Logistics,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST,Automotive,Shipping,Giga Shipping The Prospect Group Transportation,Logistics,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST,Automotive,Shipping,Giga Shipping http://www.theprospectgroup.com/mida-ceo-says-manufacturing-still-backbone-malaysia-82156/ Dato’ Azman Mahmud is the CEO the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), the government's principal agency for the promotion of the manufacturing and services sectors in Malaysia. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the importance of manufacturing to Malaysia's economy, FDI levels, and facilitating investment opportunities. Mon, 18 Aug 2014 08:41:00 -0000 NInwkxFQ The Prospect Group 349 Government,Investment,Manufacturing,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,ETP,THABKKPOST,OZ The Prospect Group Government,Investment,Manufacturing,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,ETP,THABKKPOST,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/jeffrey-mong-incorporating-history-tradition-malaysias-hospitality-sector-82150/ Jeffrey Mong is the General Manager of The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, a recently restored classic property in the heart of the city. He spoke with The Prospect Group about incorporating tradition into hospitality, trends in the tourism market, and future growth projections. Thu, 31 Jul 2014 20:34:00 -0000 GUVWaMBB The Prospect Group 292 Tourism,Hotel,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST The Prospect Group Tourism,Hotel,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST http://www.theprospectgroup.com/malaysia-petroleum-resources-corporation-mprc-aims-triple-malaysias-oil-gas-services-sector-2020-82129/ Dr. Sharheen Madros is the Executive Director of Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation (MPRC), a government-linked company (GLC) with a mandate to promote, catalyze, and transform Malaysia’s oil and gas services sector. He spoke with The Prospect Group about how MPRC will implement strategy, the role of energy in the Malaysian economy, and the country’s energy service expansion goals. Tue, 29 Apr 2014 06:16:00 -0000 5ENa4IcE The Prospect Group 303 Energy,Oil & Gas,RI,Production,Exploration,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,EOR,THABKKPOST,OZ The Prospect Group Energy,Oil & Gas,RI,Production,Exploration,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,EOR,THABKKPOST,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/malaysian-minister-communication-multimedia-ahmad-shabery-cheek-malaysias-ict-sector-82058/ Dato’ Sri Ahmad Shabery Cheek is the Malaysian Minister of Communication & Multimedia. He spoke with The Prospect Group about ICT’s contribution to the Malaysian economy, the government’s ICT priorities, and where he sees investment opportunities within Malaysia’s ICT sector. Wed, 15 Jan 2014 11:06:00 -0000 zni7ZSM3 The Prospect Group 367 ICT,Telecommunications,Investment,Media,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,OZ The Prospect Group ICT,Telecommunications,Investment,Media,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THABKKPOST,OZ http://www.theprospectgroup.com/mcmc-chairman-mohamed-sharil-tarmizi-role-malaysian-communications-multimedia-commission-mcmc-82028/ Dato’ Mohamed Sharil Mohamed Tarmizi is the Chairman of the Malaysian Communications & Multimedia Commission (MCMC). He spoke with The Prospect Group about the role MCMC plays in Malaysia, the future of ICT in Malaysia, and the ways the Malaysian government is investing in ICT. Tue, 10 Dec 2013 07:56:00 -0000 Ga0gTAEW The Prospect Group 318 Technology,ICT,Investment,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST,Broadband The Prospect Group Technology,ICT,Investment,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,THABKKPOST,Broadband http://www.theprospectgroup.com/malaysian-pepper-board-mpb-director-general-grunsin-ayom-2020-growth-targets-pepper-industry-81984/ Grunsin Ayom is the Director General of the Malaysian Pepper Board (MPB), the governmental body for the pepper industry in Malaysia. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Malaysia’s pepper production and export targets for 2020, downstream growth and investment opportunities, and the main challenges facing the industry. Tue, 22 Oct 2013 09:10:00 -0000 kUlxvjAU The Prospect Group 338 Investment,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,Agriculture,Export,THABKKPOST,Pepper The Prospect Group Investment,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,Agriculture,Export,THABKKPOST,Pepper http://www.theprospectgroup.com/jim-rogers-on-investing-in-malaysia-the-century-of-asia-frontier-markets-81407/ Jim Rogers is a world renowned commodity investor and author of 'Street Smarts: Adventures on the Road and in the Markets'. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Malaysia as an investment destination, the century of Asia, and how investors can protect themselves. Mon, 24 Jun 2013 09:30:00 -0000 WNlwYFLm The Prospect Group 343 Investment,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,Commodities,Agriculture,ASEAN,Palm Oil,Singapore,THABKKPOST The Prospect Group Investment,RI,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,Commodities,Agriculture,ASEAN,Palm Oil,Singapore,THABKKPOST http://www.theprospectgroup.com/silverlake-group-executive-chairman-goh-peng-ooi-on-collaboration-intelligence-innovation-in-the-digital-economy-81358/ Goh Peng Ooi is the Group Executive Chairman of Silverlake, one of the world’s leading financial service technology firms. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Malaysia’s digital economy, the growth of the ICT sector, and the Silverlake Collaborative Intelligence and Innovation Model (SCIIM). Mon, 27 May 2013 08:09:00 -0000 KuOtDVeG The Prospect Group 429 Infrastructure,Technology,ICT,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THATHAIBUSINEWS,THABKKPOST,Digital Economy The Prospect Group Infrastructure,Technology,ICT,Malaysia,EFMAL,MALEDGE,OMNMUSCATDINT,THATHAIBUSINEWS,THABKKPOST,Digital Economy