Bumiputera Economic Congress 2024: Things to Lookout For

Dr Lee Hwok-Aun, Senior Fellow, Malaysian Studies Programme, ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute

15-Feb-24 14:00

Bumiputera Economic Congress 2024: Things to Lookout For

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The Bumiputera Economic Congress 2024, themed “Positive, Progressive, Innovative” will be taking place from the 29th of February to the 2nd of March. It is organised by the Ministry of Economy, in collaboration with the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development.

But what exactly are Bumiputera Economic Congresses about? Why should Bumiputeras and non-Bumiputeras alike keep a close eye on this upcoming one?

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Categories: government, politics, economy

Tags: Bumiputera Economic Congress 2024, ministry of economy, Ministry of Rural and Regional Development, the bigger picture, beyond the ballot box, bumiputera, affirmative action,

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