Final Lap for Malaysia - It's Now or Never

The 11th Malaysia Plan was launched with much fanfare, but most Malaysians are asking what the hype is all about. As consumer sentiment and the ringgit weakens, Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar discusses the hallmarks of a developed nation and whether it stretches beyond infrastructure & construction projects.
Should more be done to improve other indicators like freedom of expression, education & wealth inequality?

From one of eleven siblings in an impoverished family,  Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar speaks to us not only as a key policymaker but also as an insider with experience in the private sector Malaysian economy.