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Malaysia leaps eight places in global competitiveness rankings under Anwar's leadership

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has attributed Malaysia's significant advancement in the IMD World Competitiveness Index to the dedication and reforms within the country's civil service, marking a substantial improvement in global economic standing.

By Azizah Rahman · 24 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Malaysia's Civil Service Drives Competitiveness Climb, PM Anwar Asserts

Malaysia has advanced to 15th place in the IMD World Competitiveness Index 2026, climbing eight positions from 23rd last year. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim attributed the improvement to civil service effectiveness rather than individual leadership.

By Marcus Tan · 24 Jun 2026 · 5 min read