ABOUT US

Advancing Evidence-Based Policy for a Better Malaysia

The Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) is Malaysia's premier independent think tank—we conduct rigorous, evidence-based research that transforms complex policy challenges into actionable solutions for the rakyat. As an autonomous research institution, we maintain complete analytical independence while ensuring our findings directly serve Malaysian families and communities.

A Legacy, Woven Anew

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Like the intricate songket that threads heritage with ambition, KRI was born from the vision of creating a Pustaka Ilmu dan Penyelidikan—a living library of knowledge and research. Since our establishment, we've evolved from whispered footnotes to influential voices in Malaysia's policy landscape.

We don't just study problems; we illuminate pathways forward. Our research doesn't gather dust on shelves—it shapes parliamentary decisions, influences public discourse, and empowers communities across Malaysia.

Our Mission

To undertake rigorous, impartial research on Malaysia's pressing issues and provide actionable policy recommendations that improve the well-being of the rakyat.

Our Mission

To be Malaysia's most trusted source of evidence-based policy insights, bridging the gap between research and real-world impact.

True policy research requires courage

The courage to follow evidence wherever it leads, even when it challenges conventional wisdom. At KRI, we don't just study Malaysia's future; we help shape it through rigorous analysis and fearless advocacy for what the data reveals

Prof. Dr Jomo Kwame Sundaram
Research Associate

Where Independent Research Shapes National Decisions

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Our publications serve as authoritative references for policymakers precisely because of our independence and rigour. From comprehensive economic analyses to targeted policy briefs, every KRI publication undergoes our complete validation process before reaching decision-makers.
Because we maintain strict analytical independence, both government and opposition parties reference our research. This non-partisan credibility amplifies our policy influence and ensures continuity of evidence-based approaches across electoral cycles.

Other Reports

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Report
January 28, 2025

AI Governance in Malaysia: Risks, Challenges and Pathways Forward

This report explores the risks, governance challenges and pathways to building a safe, responsible and inclusive AI ecosystem.
Report
November 22, 2024

What Is To Be Done? Confronting Climate Crisis in Malaysia

This report offers a holistic and strategic examination of pressing issues in national climate policy.
Report
September 26, 2024

The State of Households 2024: Households and the Pandemic 2019-2022

This report explores the pandemic's influence on household income, expenditure, education outcomes and digital adoption.
Report
May 16, 2024

The Financialization of our Lives: Values and Trade-Offs

“The Financialization of our Lives: Values and Trade-Offs” delves into how the current financial ecosystem incentivizes households to accumulate higher levels of debt and analyze various debt items (BNPL, etc.).

Malaysia's Brightest, Working for You

Meet Our Team
Our team includes economists who explain complex markets in simple terms, policy analysts who understand how government really works, and researchers who care more about Malaysian families than academic fame. We're diverse, dedicated, and absolutely committed to serving the rakyat.