Researcher | Economics · Public Policy · Data Analytics
Explore selected workI have several years of experience in public policy, industry analysis and business research. My work focuses on understanding economic and structural challenges, examining evidence and translating findings into practical insights and recommendations.
I am currently a Researcher at the Socio-Economic Research Centre (SERC), a think tank affiliated with the Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM). Alongside my professional work, I am pursuing a Master of Data Science at the University of Malaya to strengthen my analytical and technical capabilities.
My interests extend beyond economic research, particularly where data, technology and different disciplines intersect. I value analytical rigour, clear communication and the practical application of evidence.
This website brings together my professional experience, academic background, selected work and ongoing development.
May 2022 – Present
Socio-Economic Research Centre (SERC)
March 2026 – Present
University of Malaya
2021–2022
Monash University Malaysia
CGPA 3.5
Undergraduate thesis: The Role of Knowledge, Attitude, Norms, and Perception in Proper Plastic Waste Recycling Behaviour of Households.
2018–2020
University of Adelaide
GPA 6.375
2011–2016
Foon Yew High School
Led research question development, evidence gathering, analysis and primary report drafting. Review and editing were undertaken by colleagues.
Research on electricity tariff reform under the RP4 Incentive-Based Regulation framework.
Research examining generative artificial intelligence and its implications.
Research examining challenges in the poultry industry and possible responses.
Research on SME export development, challenges and growth opportunities.
Industry profiles, structural challenges and policy recommendations in the context of the Steel Industry Roadmap 2035.
Contributed to Chapters 5 and 6, identifying structural industry challenges, collecting industry feedback and drafting recommendations. Also contributed to Chapter 3, covering MISIF's profile and industry developments.
Industry profiles, challenges and recommendations for the Malaysian iron and steel industry.
Contributed to Chapters 3, 5 and 6, covering industry profiles, challenges and recommendations.
Questionnaire development, survey administration, analysis and research reporting.
Contributed to questionnaire drafting, SurveyMonkey configuration, data processing, analysis, report drafting and presentation preparation. Proposed and developed ACCCIM's first Business Condition and Sentiment Index following approval, with the indices introduced in September 2025. Also contributed to survey improvements, including the transition towards fully online administration.
Academic group project at the University of Malaya.
Contributed to later stages of classification analysis, fine-tuning of regression and classification models, and drafting the report.