On January 17, 2026, the “2026 Economic Outlook (CAKAP CAKAP SERIES) Theme Lecture,” hosted by the Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MayCham) China – Shanghai Chapter, was successfully held at the BEA Tower in Shanghai. The event brought together several heavyweight guests from academia, finance, and corporate sectors to engage in deep exchange and discussion on core issues such as global economic trends, the future of Chinese capital markets, and global expansion strategies for Chinese enterprises.
Dr. Ng Jiun Tchai, Consultant at SBF Muhe International, was invited to attend the forum to discuss with corporate representatives on-site how Chinese enterprises can seize regional opportunities to achieve steady and sustainable development under the new global economic landscape.
Authoritative Guests Gather to Deeply Decode 2026 Economic Trends
From left to right in the photo: Mr. Shen Weiming, Chairman of Gubu Toys; Mr. Wang Huan, Chairman of Shanghai Zig阁 Investment; Professor Hu Jie of the Shanghai Advanced Institute of Finance; and Dr. Ng Jiun Tchai, Consultant at SBF Muhe International.
The lecture featured a powerful lineup of speakers, covering macroeconomics, capital markets, and corporate internationalization across multiple levels:
Professor Hu Jie, Professor at the Shanghai Advanced Institute of Finance (SAIF), Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and Executive Director of the SAIF Southeast Asia Center, delivered a keynote speech titled “2026 Global Economic Prospects and Outlook.” Starting from global economic cycles, regional economic landscapes, and geo-economic shifts, Professor Hu deeply analyzed the challenges and opportunities facing the global economy in the coming year, helping enterprises better grasp international development trends and providing crucial references for formulating medium- to long-term strategies.
Mr. Wang Huan, Chairman of Shanghai Zig阁 Investment, delivered a keynote speech on “2026 China Capital Market Outlook.” Combining years of practical experience in finance and investment, Chairman Wang systematically analyzed the structural changes in China’s capital markets and the development trends of key industries, fully interpreting the opportunities and challenges faced by various sectors to provide forward-looking judgments for enterprises and investment institutions.
Continuously Driving China-Malaysia Cooperation, Building a High-Quality Platform
From left to right in the photo: Professor Hu Jie of the Shanghai Advanced Institute of Finance, and Dr. Ng Jiun Tchai, Consultant at SBF Muhe International.
In addition to serving as a Consultant for SBF Muhe International, Dr. Ng Jiun Tchai also serves as a Consultant for the Sustainable Investment Research Center at the Shanghai Advanced Institute of Finance, Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Dr. Ng is also the former Chairman of the Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MayCham) China – Shanghai Chapter.
For years, Dr. Ng has been continuously dedicated to promoting communication and collaboration between China and Malaysia in economic and trade cooperation, investment exchange, and sustainable development, providing professional support and practical experience for both Chinese and Malaysian enterprises in their “going global” and “bringing in” initiatives.
Forum Summary and Outlook
As one of the signature brand events of MayCham China’s “CAKAP CAKAP SERIES,” this lecture not only built a high-quality platform for exchange and dialogue between Chinese and Malaysian enterprises, but also provided vital insights and inspiration for attendees to capture economic development opportunities in 2026.
Moving forward, SBF will continue to leverage its platform advantages to bridge resources across academia, finance, and the corporate world. It aims to drive more high-quality exchange activities regarding global economic trends, global expansion strategies for Chinese enterprises, and sustainable development—ultimately helping enterprises navigate complex and volatile international environments with steady progress.