What’s driving the Ringgit’s weakness despite current account surpluses? And can reforms help stabilize it?

Pranav Rao speaks with Chan Kok Peng, who highlights key factors behind the Ringgit’s decline:

• Aggressive currency interventions signaling fundamental weakness

• Dwindling structural support from the current account

• Rising domestic shift to foreign currency deposits

Plus, a look at potential long-term reforms to support Malaysia’s balance of payments.

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