PHNOM PENH, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- A Malaysian academic has called on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank to look beyond headline growth figures and prioritise the livelihoods of millions of Southeast Asians when they gather in Bangkok next week.
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A Malaysian scholar urges IMF and World Bank to focus on livelihoods over GDP at Bangkok meeting, highlighting regional challenges.
- Scholar calls for IMF and World Bank to prioritize Southeast Asians' daily concerns over economic stats.
- Issues like inequality, healthcare, and environmental degradation remain pressing despite growth agendas.
- 2026 meetings in Bangkok will focus on global financial stability, poverty eradication, and inclusive growth.
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