Mei Ling Tan

[MaggieWise ⭐️⭐️⭐️ @maggiewise111]

PAIN ATTACK...
After the devastating earthquakes that shook Venezuela, an image began circulating around the world. Amidst mountains of concrete, dust, and silence, rescuers found a scene that moved even the strongest.
Under the remains of the collapsed structure, a mixed-breed dog remained. It didn't bark. It didn't try to escape. It lay motionless, looking into eyes, and its body became a shield.
Beneath it lay a child.
While everything around him collapsed, this little boy was still alive, protected by a friend who chose to face the danger rather than abandon someone who needed him most.
Rescue team members report that they were speechless at the scene. First, they managed to pull out the dog, who resisted being separated from the child until he was sure it would be rescued too. Moments later, the little one was pulled out alive amid applause, tears, and emotion from those who witnessed the moment.
Beyond the tragedy that hangs over Venezuela today, this image depicts something no earthquake can destroy: hope.
Because when nature tests the strength of a people, gestures also emerge that can remind us that compassion, loyalty, and love can appear where we least expect them.
This photograph circled the world because it sums up in one scene a nation's pain and, at the same time, the certainty that life always finds a reason to resist.
And then the question arises, which everyone will answer with their own faith and conscience:
Was it a miracle from God... or the purest animal instinct of one ready to give everything to protect life?
Regardless of the answer, this image reminds us that even among the rubble, hope can be born.
📷 Today, Venezuela needs the world's solidarity more than ever. A prayer, a word of comfort, or simply sharing a message of hope can also become a way to help.
by 📷 Reinier Neapol
#ReinierNápoles #Venezuela
Tironianae
@americanpatriot116

[Anwar Ibrahim @anwaribrahim]

A CALL TO CONSCIENCE: AN APPEAL TO THE LEADERS OF THE WORLD

The tragedy unfolding in Gaza is a test of our shared humanity. Entire families are being murdered. Children — even babies — have been killed. Others are wasting away from hunger. This appalling disregard for human life and dignity must end, for it is a violation of the most basic moral code.

Malaysia calls on all world leaders to act with urgency. Every government that believes in international law, every nation that claims to value human life, must speak with one voice.

In this regard, I urge all those with influence over Israel to find the courage to act decisively. I especially appeal to US President Donald Trump to use that influence to press for an immediate end to the killing, stop the indiscriminate bombings, and ensure that humanitarian aid reaches those in need without obstruction.

This is the hour for moral leadership. This is the time to uphold the values we claim to defend.

Malaysia stands ready to work with all nations—North and South, East and West—to bring relief to Gaza, and to restore the basic principles of humanity. Let us not be remembered as those who stood by. Let us be guided by our conscience, to answer suffering with compassion, and to pursue peace for the sake of our humanity.

ANWAR IBRAHIM

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

Join us!

📣 World Bank Group global Chief Economist, will be in town for a special lecture! @IndermitGill coined the iconic term “Middle-Income Trap”.

Live in KL on June 11, with panellists @n_izzah , @IdrisJala_ , @JohanMerican, & @ApurvaSanghi

Moderated by @shouningbfm

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

We need better financing and insurance products and more thoughtful nature-based adaptation measures!

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

WB-BNM joint report launched today!

https://t.co/50YoVxLO7t

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

Teachers make all the difference to students learning. I remember why I love certain subjects in school and not others. Let’s reward and retain good teachers as senior/mentor expert teachers

[Apurva Sanghi @ApurvaSanghi]

EDUCATION's the focus of our Msia Econ Monitor

Big issue: Learning Poverty!

4-in-10 Msian kids can’t read grade-apt para w/ comprehension by end of grade 5

You can take the test yourself (Fig)

And, avg Msian kid spends 12.5 yrs in school but learns equiv of only 8.9 yrs🧵

[Apurva Sanghi @ApurvaSanghi]

EDUCATION's the focus of our Msia Econ Monitor

Big issue: Learning Poverty!

4-in-10 Msian kids can’t read grade-apt para w/ comprehension by end of grade 5

You can take the test yourself (Fig)

And, avg Msian kid spends 12.5 yrs in school but learns equiv of only 8.9 yrs🧵

[Ben See @ClimateBen]

Scientists warn in consensus documents that "targeting a sustainable world involves fundamental changes to political and economic systems."

Story by me.

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

Glad to hear Apurva share what World Bank is and more importantly, is not! https://t.co/P7VpPxRyXi

[Idris Jala @IdrisJala_]

Must listen to Apurva Sanghi, lead economist of World Bank based in Malaysia. Clear, simple, and fact based interview. I am a fan!

Fungsi Bank Dunia, Bank Dunia dikuasai Amerika Syarikat, Prestasi Ekonom... https://t.co/J4VvHjdYBi via @YouTube

[Jason Ng @ByJasonNg]

I just want to note that having Jessica Chew, the deputy governor of Bank Negara Malaysia, moderating a forum on *finance* is kinda like having the deputy police commissioner sitting in for talks between mafia bosses.

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

Happening next Tuesday October 10th

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

*28th Malaysia Economic Monitor: Raising the Tide, Lifting All Boats]*

Report Launch of World Bank’s biannual flagship on Malaysia’s economy and development progress.
🔵 Tuesday, Oct 10
🔵 2:30PM - 4:30PM
🔵 Sime Darby Convention Centre

REGISTER: https://t.co/g6K6I3JuLA

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

@SyedSaddiq @partimuda @teamsaddiq Hi @SyedSaddiq, @teamsaddiq
A small group of retired veterans feels very passionate too on this subject. I feel inspired by both the young and old who despite their age, has the energy, belief and commitment to make change. Check this out by Patriot https://t.co/oQafltcJRL

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

Hear ye, hear ye

[Jonson Chong @JonsonChong]

Nelson Mandela was a wise man.

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

Yes I definitely agree! We can definitely learn from this! Adaptation at its best!

[Eli Rahman 🍉 @redrun_]

Maybe Malaysia can learn a thing or two from this 👏

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

It was a pleasure to meet Speaker of the House Dato Johari and hear his thoughts on priorities and nation building.

[Johari Abdul @JohariAbdul_MY]

Mendengar sudut pandang Bank Dunia petang tadi mengenai kepentingan pelaksanaan belanjawan negara yang lebih terancang dan selaras kepada keutamaan strategik Malaysia Madani.

@WorldBank

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

@ApurvaSanghi Need to be more nuanced. Who (profile) of people say Govt?

If they voted for Govt, do they send their kids to Govt childcare?

[Mei Ling Tan @meibridgette]

@KKMPutrajaya @Khairykj https://t.co/LOu5l25BWM. Built and given for free as a public good