- Malaysia is expected to register real GDP growth of 5.1 percent in 2012 and 5.0 percent in 2013.
- Propelled by domestic demand, Malaysia’s economy is likely to weather a weak global environment.
- Malaysia’s near term growth momentum owes much to commodities.
- To ensure that growth is sustained into the medium term, Malaysia needs to accelerate the implementation of reforms, as outlined in the Government’s New Economic Model.
- The number of working- age women who are employed or looking for employment is lower in Malaysia compared to other countries with similar income levels.
- Studies show that Malaysia could experience a 23 percent increase in output per capita as a result of more women holding jobs and becoming entrepreneurs.
- Malaysia could encourage women to participate in the workforce through policies such as flexi-work arrangements and expanded childcare options.
- Increasing incentives could attract and retain women in managerial positions.
