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Technology and an Aging Workforce: Maximize the Gains from Longevity and Long Working Life – Malaysian Case Study

18 May 2018
In this presentation, the author gave an overview of the economic progress, social development, and demographic transition in Malaysia. He also discussed the 11th Malaysia Plan (2016-2020), which gives emphasis on increasing productivity through workforce skill development, innovation and ICT, and…

Discussion on "Technology and an Aging Workforce: Maximize the Gains from Longevity and Long Working Life - Malaysian Case Study"

18 May 2018
In discussing the presentation on the “Malaysian Case Study” by Tey Nai Peng, the presenter noted that Malaysia should seize the opportunity to strengthen its social protection program while the country’s first demographic dividend is positive. He further states that the second dividend can be…

Meeting needs of women entrepreneurs in Azerbaijan

24 April 2018
The presentation includes: (i) an introduction of the Azerbaijan Microfinance Association and its work towards advancing the microfinance community; (ii) an overview of the impact of microfinance on income and savings of women vis-a-vis men; (iii) interventions to bridge the gender gap in…

Safety and Public Transportation

24 April 2018
The presentation is a two-city analysis (Baku and Tbilisi) of the incidence and impacts of sexual harassment in public transport. It also presents the case for the importance of infrastructure design changes, technological innovations, and targeted awareness raising in changing behaviors, with the…

Property Tax Reform

23 February 2018
Learn about Malaysia’s property tax reform. This presentation discusses the taxes levied on the acquisition and transfer of real estate in Malaysia. It also provides an overview of real property gains tax in the country.

Review of Retail Electricity Tariffs

5 September 2016
Electricity subsidies are often paid out if government budgets exceed all spending on education, healthcare, and rural support. In order to subsidize low residential customer prices, governments impose higher prices on industrial customers, which discourages new investment and encourage…

CER-MAL: Comparative Analysis of Malaysia Legal Framework and ADB Safeguard Policy Statement

31 December 2015
Environmental Quality Act of 1974 and subsequent amendments Section 34A (1) states that "The Minister, after consultation with the Council, may by order prescribe any activity which may have significant environmental impact as prescribed activity." EQ Act, sec. 34A(1); see also Environmental…

Sharing Malaysia’s Experience in the Development of Renewable Energy

8 October 2015
This presentation explores the development of renewable energy in Malaysia. It discusses the role of the Sustainable Energy Development Authority in encouraging the country's renewable energy growth. The proposal to establish a Center of Excellence is examined.

MAL: Malaysia Prescribed Activities

5 August 2015
This document contains regulations on MAL: Malaysia Prescribed Activities.

CER-MAL: Comparative Analysis of DMC Legal Framework and ADB Safeguard Policy Statement: Indigenous Peoples

31 May 2015
This document is a comparative analysis of the DMC Legal Framework and ADB Safeguard Policy Statement on Indigenous People.