Defence contracts: Malaysian gold rush tentatively halted
The defence sector is facing a new era in Malaysia under Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who is looking to rein in defence spending. Foreign companies fear changes in deal-making channels.
DefTech resurfaces thanks to Mahathir
After some lean years, Syed Mokhtar Al Bukhary, who is close to Malaysia's Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, may become a key partner for foreign companies again. [...] (414 words)
Issue dated 04/09/2019
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