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Malaysia’s innovation shortfall stems from a structural phenomenon

Murray Hunter THE core causes of the lack of innovation, such as rent-seeking dominance, policy distortions, institutional weaknesses, cultural barriers, and brain drain, track closely with observable…

  • Structural issues like brain drain and policy distortions cause Malaysia's innovation shortfall.
  • Skilled professionals and founders migrate to more innovative hubs due to better opportunities.
  • Education system focuses on rote learning, discouraging critical thinking and creativity.

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