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Malaysia’s governance strengths tested by weak coordination, implementation - Chandler Index

Malaysia Times desk Original: The Vibes 8/25 10:12 X
Malaysia’s governance strengths tested by weak coordination, implementation - Chandler Index
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Malaysia ranks 40th among 133 governments in the 2026 Chandler Good Government Index and second in ASEAN

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MALAYSIA'S relatively strong performance in the 2026 Chandler Good Government Index has been tempered by weaknesses in inter-agency coordination and policy implementation, highlighting a key challenge for the government in translating plans into tangible outcomes.

Malaysia ranked 40th out of 133 governments globally and second in ASEAN behind Singapore in the latest index, which assesses governments across seven pillars and 35 indicators of good governance.

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Aug 25, 2026
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Aug 25, 2026
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