Matthew Barsing
Author, board advisor and ASEAN economic strategist
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Joined December 2024
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Governance-focused board advisor and economic strategist: Barsing is regularly appointed to board and governance roles where he emphasises disciplined capital allocation, structured strategic evaluation and stronger subsidiary-level oversight. biospace+1
ASEAN commentator, author and public intellectual: He publishes analysis and a book on Malaysia's economic strategy, hosts intelligence briefs and appears widely as a speaker on regional economic, investment and technology topics. barsing+2
Bridge-builder between governments, investors and private firms: His background in foreign direct investment, advisory roles and ambassadorial representation for IT Park Uzbekistan demonstrates an emphasis on facilitating cross-border partnerships and investment flows into ASEAN and Central Asia. barsing+2
Startups and technology ecosystem mentor: He mentors venture and startup programmes, has led tech companies in AI and contact-centre platforms, and advises digital/VR projects—showing an active role in scaling tech businesses and advising product-market strategies. digitalnewsasia+2
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Writing
Unleashing Malaysia's Economic Potential: A Strategic Guide for Investors & Business Leaders
January 1, 2025A book offering analysis and policy recommendations for Malaysia's economic direction, focusing on sectors like advanced manufacturing, green energy, digital services and execution-focused reforms.
amazon.comColumn and commentary contributions on ASEAN business and investment
Regular commentary and columns on ASEAN business, investment and policy appearing in Malaysian and regional media (practical, execution-focused analysis).
Hobbies
Podcasting and public speaking on ASEAN economic and industry topics. barsing+1
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