Our Research

PNBRI conducts policy-driven research to address structural and long-term socioeconomic challenges aligned with Malaysia’s national development and PNB’s strategic priorities. Through needs-based, data-driven, and pragmatic insights, PNBRI supports inclusive economic growth, innovation, and equitable wealth distribution—advancing informed decision-making across the PNB ecosystem and the nation.

Insights, October 2025

Understanding Financial Socialisation of Malaysians (Part 1): A Literature Review

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Reports, September 2025

The Realities and Prospects of Sustainability among Oil Palm Smallholders in Malaysia

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Views, August 2025

The Malpractice of Mixing Local Rice with Imported Rice in Malaysia: How Policies Influence Market Behaviour

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Views, June 2025

When Does the Gender Gap Begin? An Exploration of Early Career Disparities

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Insights, May 2025

Entry-Salary Trends in Malaysia: Insights From Private Sector Employment (1997-2022)

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Views, February 2025

Yes, Property Ownership is Unaffordable. But What About Renting?

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Views, March 2025

TVET for Social Mobility Among the Underserved: Navigating its Promises and Perils

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Views, January 2025

Understanding the Interplay Between Human and City Systems for Future City Planning

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Latest Articles

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  • Views
    Opinion pieces or commentaries on various topics and pressing issues with suggested ideas for solutions
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    Thought-provoking discussion papers that explore a topic/problem in greater depth, culminating into policy recommendations where relevant
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    Flagship reports that provide in-depth analysis, culminating into policy recommendations where relevant
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Insights October 2025
Understanding Financial Socialisation of Malaysians (Part 1): A Literature Review
Realities and Prospects
Reports September 2025
The Realities and Prospects of Sustainability among Oil Palm Smallholders in Malaysia
Mixed Rice
Views August 2025
The Malpractice of Mixing Local Rice with Imported Rice in Malaysia: How Policies Influence Market Behaviour
Gender Gap
Views June 2025
When Does the Gender Gap Begin? An Exploration of Early Career Disparities
AI
Insights May 2025
Entry-Salary Trends in Malaysia: Insights From Private Sector Employment (1997-2022)
AI
Views March 2025
Yes, Property Ownership is Unaffordable. But What About Renting?
Alternative Meat
Views February 2025
TVET for Social Mobility Among the Underserved: Navigating its Promises and Perils
AI
Views January 2025
Understanding the Interplay Between Human and City Systems for Future City Planning
Alternative Meat
Views November 2024
Building Back Smarter: Prioritising Net Zero Goals in Urban Renewal
Alternative Meat
Views September 2024
Build-To-Rent: A Possible Alternative to Home Ownership in Malaysia
AI
Views June 2024
Integrating Grassroots Movements Into Urban Planning: DIY Urbanism
Alternative Meat
Views April 2024
Navigating the Path to Food Security Through Alternative Meat Proteins
Views December 2023
Rethinking Creativity: AI in Artistic Expression
Views November 2023
Unlocking Future Opportunities in the Construction Sector Through Digital Transformation
Views September 2023
Rethinking Self Sufficiency as a Measure of Food Security
Views August 2023
Ageing in the City: Are We Ready For it?
Views July 2023
Social Protection in Malaysia: From ‘Charity’ to ‘Shared Responsibility’
Views April 2023
Nuclear Energy - Potential Boom or Doom?
Views February 2023
We Need Walkability for a Resilient City
Views January 2023
Rethinking How to Prepare for Your Old Age