Dr. Teo Lee Ken explores Malaysia’s need for institutional reforms to tackle challenges like inequality, political fragmentation, and regional imbalances. Drawing on global and local examples, he advocates for mission-oriented governance and how they differ from sector to sector. Emphasising collaboration and innovation, Dr. Teo envisions a transformed government capable of driving systemic change and ensuring sustainable progress amid 21st-century complexities.
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“Poverty cannot be confined only to income levels and job creation. Although both elements are key enablers and indicators to evaluate economic progress. Poverty manifests in different conditions and encompasses various faces.”