KSI Insights Special Edition December 2025

Published on 19 Dec 2025

We are pleased to introduce the End-of-Year Edition of KSInsights, featuring a special thematic focus on “Malaysia and ASEAN – Reflections on the 2025 Chairmanship.” This edition captures key insights, perspectives, and reflections arising from Malaysia’s pivotal role as ASEAN Chair in 2025, examining how the Chairmanship has shaped regional cooperation, policy direction, and ASEAN’s collective vision for the future. It highlights Malaysia’s leadership in strengthening regional resilience, advancing economic integration, and reinforcing ASEAN centrality amid a rapidly evolving global landscape.

In this special edition, KSInsights brings together thought leadership and strategic commentary that reflect on the outcomes, challenges, and lessons of the 2025 Chairmanship. Through analysis and reflection, the publication underscores Malaysia’s contribution to fostering unity, sustainability, and inclusive growth across ASEAN, while setting the tone for the region’s next phase of cooperation beyond 2025.

We are also proud to introduce the new cohort of KSI Fellows for the 2025–2026 term. This distinguished group of fellows brings diverse expertise, fresh perspectives, and a shared commitment to advancing policy discourse, regional collaboration, and thought leadership. Their contributions will be instrumental in shaping future KSInsights editions and supporting informed dialogue on Malaysia, ASEAN, and global developments in the year ahead.