The Malaysia Studies Programme at ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute adopts a broad-based approach to the study of political, economic and socio-cultural developments and trends in contemporary Malaysia. Research findings and outputs serve to promote awareness and understanding of the country amongst scholars, civil society, the mass media, and decision-makers from the private and public sectors. The programme also collaborates and works closely with external researchers, scholars and centres involved in the study of Malaysia.

The Malaysia in Transition Seminar Series under the Malaysia Studies Programme which examines critical issues prevalent in Malaysian politics, is supported by Temasek Foundation.