Anwar credits civil service as Malaysia climbs from 23rd to 15th (opens original article in a new tab)

Malaysia improved its ranking in the IMD World Competitiveness Index 2026 from 23rd to 15th, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim attributing the progress to the civil service.

• Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim credited the civil service for Malaysia's improved performance in the IMD World Competitiveness Index 2026.
• Malaysia moved up from 23rd to 15th in the index.