Optics mean little sans real reforms on the ground, Rafizi tells govt

Former economy minister Rafizi Ramli has warned that strong economic indicators and policy announcements will carry little weight with the public unless they are matched by genuine reforms on the ground, particularly in law enforcement and governance.

In a statement, Rafizi said that while macroeconomic figures show positive trends - including rising investment, solid growth, and a strengthening currency - many Malaysians do not feel these gains in their daily lives.

As a result...