Commentary: Malaysia’s Budget 2026 could have done more to answer its own warnings about the future

With the world economy swinging in waves of uncertainty, analysts worry Malaysia’s upcoming 2026 budget may not move fast enough to keep up.
Stewart Nixon of the Malaysian think tank IDEAS says the new Budget offers little reassurance that policies will adapt quickly enough to weather the economic storm. He points out that the draft plans still lag behind the fast‑changing global landscape, and that voters and investors are looking for stronger signals of economic resilience.
Nixon’s concerns echo a broader worry: will Malaysia’s 2026 budget keep pace with global shifts and protect the country from the tightening climate of international markets? Experts highlight the need for more decisive policy changes if Malaysia wants to stay on track during these uncertain times.


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