Employment and Labor Market Health:
- Youth Unemployment Rate: A specific measure that reflects challenges young people face in finding jobs.
- Underemployment Rate: Captures those working less than they wish or in roles that don't utilize their skills effectively.

Poverty and Livelihood:
- Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI): Takes into account not just income, but also access to education, healthcare, and basic services.
- Poverty Line Income (PLI): Locally tailored to reflect minimum income needed to meet basic needs.

Income Distribution and Inequality: e.g. take home of a CEO vs ordinary staff bawahan; and the differences in their perks- living allowances, etc etc
- Gini Coefficient: A measure of income inequality that reflects the gap between the rich and poor.
- Median Household Income: Reflects how the typical household is doing in terms of income, rather than just the average, which can be skewed by very high incomes.

Malaysia should focus on more nuanced, micro-level economic challenges rather than just aggregate growth numbers.

Don't be fooled like himself- by little napoleans that got hired all over the places for purpose of creating this kind of delusion- of goodness and heaven

Malaysia should focus on more nuanced, micro-level economic challenges rather than just aggregate growth numbers. Monitoring indices that capture local economic realities and social issues would be critical.
1. **Income Distribution and Inequality**:
- **Gini Coefficient**: A measure of income inequality that reflects the gap between the rich and poor.
- **Median Household Income**: Reflects how the typical household is doing in terms of income, rather than just the average, which can be skewed by very high incomes.

2. **Poverty and Livelihood**:
- **Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI)**: Takes into account not just income, but also access to education, healthcare, and basic services.
- **Poverty Line Income (PLI)**: Locally tailored to reflect minimum income needed to meet basic needs.

3. **Cost of Living and Inflation**:
- **Consumer Price Index (CPI)**: Monitors changes in the prices of a basket of essential goods and services.
- **Cost of Living Index**: Tracks how much the typical person needs to sustain a certain standard of living in different areas.

4. **Employment and Labor Market Health**:
- **Youth Unemployment Rate**: A specific measure that reflects challenges young people face in finding jobs.
- **Underemployment Rate**: Captures those working less than they wish or in roles that don't utilize their skills effectively.

5. **Housing Affordability**:
- **Housing Price Index**: Measures trends in housing prices and helps assess housing affordability in urban areas.
- **Homeownership Rate**: Indicates the proportion of people owning homes, crucial for understanding housing access.

6. **Health and Wellbeing**:
- **Healthcare Access Index**: Measures access to health services, an important determinant of general wellbeing.
- **Mental Health Index**: Could include statistics on mental health issues like depression and anxiety, which are often overlooked.

7. **Environmental Sustainability**:
- **Air Quality Index (AQI)**: Measures pollution levels and their health impact, particularly important for urban centers.
- **Water Quality Index**: Tracks the safety of water sources, critical for both health and environmental sustainability.

8. **Corruption and Governance**:
- **Corruption Perception Index (CPI)**: Assesses the public's perception of corruption in governance.
- **Rule of Law Index**: Measures the effectiveness of legal systems in providing justice and maintaining order.

These indices provide a more comprehensive understanding of socio-economic conditions at the grassroots level in Malaysia and can help shape more targeted policies that address real challenges beyond mere economic growth figures.

Both unemployment and job quality are crucial issues that should not be overlooked. Besides adequate wages, a conducive and supportive work environment is also necessary. Malaysia continues to face the problem of "brain drain," where many skilled workers prefer to serve in other countries. This ongoing issue indicates that job opportunities and conditions within the country may not be meeting the expectations of its workforce, prompting them to seek better prospects abroad. Addressing this requires not only creating more jobs but also enhancing the quality of employment to retain local talent and ensure sustainable development.

The issues of societal polarization, Islamophobia, and ethnic tensions in Malaysia are intricately linked to the economic struggles faced by the general public. Rising costs of living, income inequality, and financial instability create widespread frustration, which in turn amplifies existing divisions within society. These challenges fuel sentiments of resentment and discontent, leading to heightened tensions between ethnic and religious communities. Economic hardships also provide fertile ground for the spread of Islamophobia and other forms of prejudice, as vulnerable groups become scapegoats for broader systemic issues, further straining Malaysia’s delicate social fabric and undermining national unity.

Akhir zaman when wolves in sheep's clothing run government, religious institutions and do moral policing of the lay people

Focus on SME Growth: Supporting (not pulling their legs with little napoleans I'm
and red tape 1001) small and medium-sized enterprises with easier access to credit and capacity-building programs will help distribute wealth more evenly across the population.

Strengthen Anti-Corruption Efforts: Malaysia must enforce strict anti-corruption measures (such as putting it's officers in every government department)and ensure transparency in public spending. High levels of corruption erode investor confidence and distort economic development.

Effective Institutional Reforms: Strengthening the independence of regulatory bodies and promoting good governance practices will create a more trustworthy and efficient system for both foreign and domestic players.

Attract Global Talent: Reforms to make Malaysia a destination for global talent, coupled with reducing brain drain, are essential. This can be achieved through incentives for highly skilled professionals.

Promote Sustainable Consumption: Encourage policies and campaigns to promote sustainable lifestyles, focusing on reducing waste, and curb excessive consumerism.

Ease Business Regulations: Simplifying bureaucratic processes and easing regulations for startups and businesses will promote local
entrepreneurship and attract foreign investors.

Foster Digital Transformation: Encourage businesses, especially SMEs, to embrace digital technologies like AI, automation, e-commerce, and Industry 4.0 to improve productivity and compete globally by giving incentives and tax rebate.

To achieve high-income status, Malaysia must implement comprehensive reforms that touch on education, economic diversification, infrastructure, governance, and cultural values. The transition from a consumer-driven economy to one based on sustainable growth and innovation will require visionary leadership, long-term planning, and societal buy-in.

To achieve high-income status, Malaysia must implement comprehensive reforms that touch on education, economic diversification, infrastructure, governance, and cultural values. The transition from a consumer-driven economy to one based on sustainable growth and innovation will require visionary leadership, long-term planning, and societal buy-in.

By involving the Unity Ministry, which is tasked with preserving social cohesion, this approach aligns proposed policies with the diverse perspectives of Malaysia's population. It helps identify and mitigate potential friction points early, allowing for dialogue and consultation across communities. This not only reduces the risk of backlash or alienation but also enhances public trust in the government's commitment to fostering unity.

Additionally, a proactive review process can prevent legal challenges or public outcry that could arise from marginalized groups feeling excluded or targeted by new laws. Thus, this safeguard plays a vital role in upholding Malaysia’s pluralistic values and ensuring policies are reflective of its diverse society, promoting stability and long-term national integration.

National schools in Malaysia are beyond repair and should be replaced by vernacular school models

The Land Of 1001 Boycott ke? Of course, here all boycott till gulung tikar. DFC got lah. Want McD and KFC cross border . There is land of 1001 smiles in bikinis.....For the nons, KFC and McD got b4bi burger...sedap? Got karaoke......north states tak ada pula

Erosion of Malay-centric Political Influence
UMNO's power largely stems from its ability to dominate the Malay political landscape. If it continues to clash with DAP, both parties may erode their electoral bases. This could weaken UMNO’s influence over Malay voters, creating an opening for Borneo parties to assert more federal influence, as Malay voters in the Peninsula might look for new political champions or become less cohesive in their support for traditional Peninsula parties.

When they themselves had experienced it, or their moral compass has corrupted, they would normalise this

Rested too looooooong. Kaki susah numb- got power?

Increased Leverage in East-West Tensions
East Malaysia's political landscape differs significantly from the Peninsula’s. Sabah and Sarawak’s multi-ethnic, multi-religious makeup provides Borneo leaders with bargaining chips that can be used to influence national policy. As DAP and UMNO struggle to navigate their ideological differences, Borneo’s more pragmatic, regional-centric parties can use their relative unity to broker better deals in federal politics.

Focus on Regional Development
Both Sabah and Sarawak have historically felt marginalized in national development policies, especially regarding resource allocation and infrastructure projects. The collapse or weakening of Peninsula-based alliances due to DAP-UMNO friction could see Borneo parties prioritize regional agendas. By capitalizing on a weakened federal political structure, they could win key positions in cabinet and further press for regional interests to dominate national policy.

Decentralized Coalition Politics
Malaysian politics are coalition-driven, and any instability or infighting between major Peninsula-based parties like DAP and UMNO weakens their coalitions, such as Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan Nasional (BN). The more these coalitions fracture, the more dependent they become on Borneo-based partners to form stable governments. This elevates Borneo's influence, allowing them to extract greater concessions and policy influence.

Power Shift Toward Borneo Representatives
Sabah and Sarawak have long held a pivotal role in the federal government. In the event of escalating tensions between DAP and UMNO, both parties may become more inwardly focused on their political struggles, leaving a vacuum for political influence. Borneo parties such as Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) have increasingly asserted themselves, especially given their ability to act as kingmakers in coalitions. With DAP and UMNO occupied, Borneo parties can leverage this situation to push for more autonomy, development funding, and influence in national policy.

If DAP (Democratic Action Party) continues to experience friction with UMNO (United Malays National Organisation), it could open a pathway for Borneo-based parties, particularly from Sabah and Sarawak, to gain increased political leverage and potentially "win it all."

Irreconcilable conflict no..3: DAP’s Stance on Secularism
DAP has long advocated for the separation of religion from governance. Its leaders often champion a more secular framework, pushing for policies that prioritize civil liberties, rule of law, and a governance model that does not favor any particular religion. This secularism is rooted in DAP’s ideological commitment to Malaysia as a pluralistic and inclusive nation where all citizens, regardless of their religious background, are treated equally under the law. They argue that state endorsement of religion, particularly Islam, should not affect governance decisions, policy-making, or education.

For example, DAP has opposed the implementation of hudud laws in Malaysia, a move it believes could undermine the nation's secular constitution and further entrench religious-based legislation. DAP leaders have often voiced concerns about the risks of mixing religion and politics, as it could marginalize minority groups, threaten civil rights, and entrench divisive identity politics.

Irreconcilable conflict no.2: Policy Conflicts
This divergence becomes apparent in various policy areas. For example, issues related to religious conversions, the role of Islamic education, and the application of syariah law reveal a stark contrast between DAP’s secular aspirations and UMNO’s Islam-centric governance. This has also surfaced in debates over the allocation of resources for Islamic institutions, religious schools, and the Islamic banking sector, where UMNO and its allies see state support as crucial, while DAP advocates for a more neutral stance.

UMNO’s reliance on the intertwining of religion and governance is not merely a political tool but is deeply embedded in its view of Malaysia as a Malay-Muslim nation. The religious undertones of its governance model extend to policies that favor Malay-Muslim interests, often marginalizing non-Muslim minorities.

The deep-rooted conflict between DAP’s push for secularism and UMNO’s emphasis on Islam in governance creates a fault line that is difficult to bridge. DAP’s vision is based on a pluralistic, inclusive Malaysia where religion is a private matter and does not influence the state’s decision-making processes. In contrast, UMNO’s governance model ties religion to national identity, making it difficult to disentangle the two.

Irreconcilable conflict no.1: DAP’s secular push for the separation of religion and governance directly conflicts with UMNO and some factions within Pakatan Harapan, which advocate for policies that integrate Islamic values. This difference is not just a policy dispute but reflects deeper, fundamentally opposed views on the future of Malaysia's governance. As long as these two opposing views remain, any coalition involving DAP and UMNO or even factions of Pakatan Harapan that favor religious-based governance will struggle to find common ground. This ideological divide touches the core of governance philosophy, affecting education, law, and civil liberties in Malaysia. The issue of whether Malaysia should adopt a more secular or religious framework is likely to continue as a major source of tension between these political forces.

Continued friction between DAP and UMNO provides Borneo-based parties with an unprecedented opportunity to increase their power within Malaysia’s federal structure. With Peninsula parties distracted by internal conflicts, Borneo parties are well-positioned to take advantage of this power shift, potentially influencing national policy in ways that favor their regional priorities and interests. If this scenario plays out, Borneo could become a decisive player in shaping the future direction of Malaysia’s political landscape.

You guys there fight. We laugh our way to win big.. Sabah and Sarawak have long held a pivotal role in the federal government. In the event of escalating tensions between DAP and UMNO, both parties may become more inwardly focused on their political struggles, leaving a vacuum for political influence. Borneo parties such as Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) have increasingly asserted themselves, especially given their ability to act as kingmakers in coalitions. With DAP and UMNO occupied, Borneo parties can leverage this situation to push for more autonomy, development funding, and influence in national policy.

Malaysian politics are coalition-driven, and any instability or infighting between major Peninsula-based parties like DAP and UMNO weakens their coalitions, such as Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan Nasional (BN). The more these coalitions fracture, the more dependent they become on Borneo-based partners to form stable governments. This elevates Borneo's influence, allowing them to extract greater concessions and policy influence.

The collapse or weakening of Peninsula-based alliances due to DAP-UMNO friction could see Borneo parties prioritize regional agendas. By capitalizing on a weakened federal political structure, we could win key positions in cabinet and further press for regional interests to dominate national policy.

As a Sarawakian I don't mind u 2 largest ethnics there continue to fight against each other. East Malaysia's political landscape differs significantly from the Peninsula’s. Sabah and Sarawak’s multi-ethnic, multi-religious makeup provides Borneo leaders with bargaining chips that can be used to influence national policy. As DAP and UMNO struggle to navigate their ideological differences, Borneo’s more pragmatic, regional-centric parties can use their relative unity to broker better deals in federal politics.

Peace is more important. Continued friction between DAP and UMNO provides Borneo-based parties with an unprecedented opportunity to increase their power within Malaysia’s federal structure. With Peninsula parties distracted by internal conflicts, Borneo parties are well-positioned to take advantage of this power shift, potentially influencing national policy in ways that favor their regional priorities and interests. If this scenario plays out, Borneo could become a decisive player in shaping the future direction of Malaysia’s political landscape.

Market Domination and Exploitation: In a monopolistic environment, the controlling entity can set higher fees or engage in exploitative practices. This contradicts the Islamic principles of justice, fairness in trade, and the prohibition of exploitation, such as gharar (uncertainty) and riba (unjust gains).

DOING MORE HARM THAN GOOD: Social Fragmentation and Coercion: Compulsory halal certification for all eateries could alienate non-Muslim business owners and create unnecessary division in a pluralistic society like Malaysia. Islam promotes harmonious co-existence and respect for diversity. Imposing a blanket requirement may be viewed as coercive, potentially straining social unity.

Islamic jurisprudence opposes monopolistic practices as they distort markets and harm consumers. The Prophet condemned monopolies, emphasizing that they create economic imbalances by driving up prices and limiting access to resources. Compulsory certification could create a monopolistic environment where a single authority controls the standard, thus violating this principle.

Enforcing compulsory halal certification across the board could inadvertently foster a monopolistic structure, undermining both economic justice and societal harmony, both of which are fundamental to Islamic teachings.

Islam Prohibits Monopolies: Islamic jurisprudence opposes monopolistic practices as they distort markets and harm consumers. The Prophet condemned monopolies, emphasizing that they create economic imbalances by driving up prices and limiting access to resources. Compulsory certification could create a monopolistic environment where a single authority controls the standard, thus violating this principle.

The commercialization of halal certification extends beyond food, affecting industries like pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and even finance. It has created a monopolistic environment where only certified products are deemed acceptable by many consumers, even when the actual production process might adhere to halal principles without certification. This suggests that halal certification benefits certain capitalist entities

By formalizing halal in a way that was not scripturally mandated, companies and certifying bodies may have found a lucrative method to generate revenue by creating a perceived need for verification that previously did not exist. This aligns with capitalist strategies that manipulate consumer behavior to generate profit under the guise of ethical or religious compliance.

Halal without values like honesty, integrity, justice, and compassion becomes an empty shell—mere rule-following without substance. Certification for monetisation, habuan and riba is unislamic.

For what? Top tourist destination ke?

The monetization of halal certification appears more aligned with modern economic interests than religious necessity. Historically, Muslims followed dietary laws without formal certification, relying on local trust. Today, certification has become a multi-billion-dollar industry, expanding beyond food into sectors like cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Multiple certifying bodies, costly fees, and corporate profits suggest the system primarily serves financial motives. By capitalizing on the religious obligations of Muslim consumers, halal certification has turned faith into a revenue-generating tool, reflecting contemporary socio-economic realities rather than religious doctrine.

The introduction of a formal certification system is a human-invented layer added onto what is inherently a personal, spiritual, and religious duty, reflecting modern socio-economic monetisation realities rather than religious necessity. This gives the impression that a bureaucratic institution is needed to validate religious compliance, even though the sacred texts focus on personal accountability. Over-reliance on such systems would inadvertently dilute the essence of personal responsibility, shifting the burden from the individual to an external authority.