Throughout its 46 years of history, UDA Holdings Berhad (UDA) has been consistently enhancing the Malaysian cityscape with iconic landmarks. 

International Business Review takes a look at the nation’s most influential and prominent figures that are shaping the corporate and economic landscape of Malaysia. Here are the IBR’s pick for the top 60 Influencers who are titans in their own respective industry. 

International Business Review met up with Dr Elizabeth Lee, Senior Executive Director of Sunway Education Group, as she passionately shares with us the Sunway Education Group’s journey towards becoming one of the most respected education providers in Malaysia.

We highlight a national icon, Tan Sri Dato' Sri Paduka Dr Lim Kok Wing, as he puts Malaysia on the map, invited as a member of the World Federation of Friends of the United Nations. The invitation comes as a deserving global recognition for his outstanding work in providing both leadership and promoting peace and alleviation of poverty by delivering high-quality education programmes throughout the world. 

Datumcorp International seeks expansion with high-end development and tap the rising property opportunity for the coming years ahead.

Rita Sarbani Ismail, President and Chief Executive of AUEI Teras Holdings explains the advantage of the company's TERAS status, particularly with financial institutions and stakeholders.

Datuk Dr Eng Wei Chun talks about delivering properties with quality and value, and we highlight the affordable homes situation in the country. We also examine meeting growing energy demands and Malaysia's halal healthcare potential.

Industry leaders from across Asean gather in Kuala Lumpur for the inaugural International Business Review Summit to discuss crucial economic issues and opportunities; the silver lining in Malaysia's real estate sector, health tourism, sustainable development and Asean as the next global profit hub.

How long until we no longer have to use cash? What opportunities are there in Malaysia's slowing property market? How expensive is travel time to your business and how are disruptive mobile apps defining the new direction of business? Find the answer to these questions and more in this issue of International Business Review Malaysia.

In the wake of the Paris climate change agreement, International Business Review examines what Malaysian companies should be doing to future-proof their businesses against environmental legislation. We also discuss the outlook for 2016 in the real estate, ICT, tourism and retail sectors.

In this issue International Business Review speaks to the company behind Malaysia’s world first in emergency communications technology. We take to the boardroom to talk to the women leading some of Malaysia’s largest companies, and we examine the fallout from the Malaysian government’s 2016 Budget.

Property developer, Naza TTDI's Idzham Mohd Hashim shares the company's recipe for success in the Malaysian real estate industry. Retail sales dip in the wake of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), and we find out if Malaysia can achieve its goal of manufacturing 1 million cars by 2020. Sarawak taps into its sustainable energy sources, as Malaysian businesses are encouraged to continue to explore the opportunities in Africa.

As the role of the construction sector in advancing the national economy grows, the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) taps the industry to design a transformation master plan that will outline and guide sectional growth from 2016 to 2020. This issue also highlights another masterplan, the recently revealed National Education Blueprint, as well as 3D printing-led manufacturing and the economic impact of the low-sulphur Euro5 diesel.

This issue of International Business Review Malaysia highlights efforts by the Ministry of Human Resources to advance and strengthen the work force capacity of Malaysian through the Human Resource development Fund (HRDF). The issue also covers the 1Malaysia Development Fund debacle and 11 crucial economic sectors including plantation, logistics, ICT, Services and Management.

Published since 2004, International Business Review is AMG International's flagship business magazine, with an established reputation as being one of Malaysia's leading business publications. High-quality editorial content and exclusive interviews cover local and international news and events – while a targeted print and electronic distribution ensures that the publication reaches the desk of those that matter.

Revamped and reimaged, this edition of International Business Review spotlights the latest developments and opportunities in the world of Malaysian business. Inside, we showcase the potential of the nascent energy efficient vehicles (EEV) sector, analyse the effects of the 2015 Budget and the upcoming Asean Economic Community (AEC) on the local economy,  and highlight the movers and shakers of the plantations sector. Also, as our cover feature, we speak to the Director of the KL Regional Centre for Arbitration (KLRCA) – Datuk Sundra Rajoo – on how Malaysia is making a name for itself in alternative dispute resolutions.

Placing an emphasis on development and exciting innovation, this edition of International Business Review takes a look at the positive aspects of change, such as Malaysia venturing into the Electric Vehicles market, and China’s drive to increase electricity generation through the use of nuclear power. We also ponder the disadvantages and benefits of globalisation, with the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPPA) coming under our review. Other topics in this issue include India’s accessible and affordable healthcare, and the rise in military spending in Southeast Asia. 

International Business Review celebrates its 100th edition this issue with not just one but three distinct publications, all in one limited-edition bundle. In our main magazine, celebrating 100 editions and 10 years of publication, we showcase the thoughts and visions of industry leaders in various sectors. We also salute the most successful organisations in Malaysia in our supplement celebrating business, aptly titled – The Success Edition. And that’s not all, because just as International Business Review celebrates 10 years of circulation and the best of business, one stalwart of the retail industry – Japanese giant AEON is marking 30 years in Malaysia International Business Review presents its story.

At International Business Review, we ask the tough questions, and this issue is no exception. This edition is a hard-hitting yet balanced reality check, as we ask what should be done with ailing flag-carrier Malaysia Airlines, what reforms are needed in the education sector to propel Malaysia to becoming a fully-developed economy, and analyse the tech stocks that are bubbling in the market… but will they burst? We also profile India’s new political champion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and in our cover story talk to Datuk Tiong Kwing Hee, GCEO of Malaysian company EcoFirst Consolidated, about the group’s stunning financial turnaround.

The Chairman of the Special Committee on Corruption Tan Sri Abu Zahar Ujang speaks on the progress of his bipartisan team of lawmakers as they create proposals to strengthen the anti-corruption measures in the country. We also explore how India’s generic medicines are providing affordable healthcare, appraise the cyber-currency known as Bitcoin, uncover the development of technology and infrastructure in African nations to sustain their rapid economic growth and many other compelling business news.

Rajeev Peshawaria, CEO and Executive Director of Iclif Leadership and Governance Centre, discusses the need for leaders to adapt, be flexible and inspire in order to create a successful and innovative organisation.  We also explore how India has adapted and made technology accessible to the masses, the potential of automation in the United States, why Singapore is being touted as a new Silicon Valley and many other hard-hitting business news.

Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed, Malaysia’s Minister of International Trade and Industry, speaks on Malaysia’s drive to reach the top of the global Halal market. We also explore the investment opportunities in the Malaysian energy sector, the current role of nuclear energy generation following the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, the future of power innovation in America, and many other compelling business-related news.

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