To reclaim our leading position, we must rebuild ourselves with a fresh vision, different strategies, and a heightened resolve for excellence in execution.

Learning from past mistakes, we must improve our planning and, more importantly, our implementation, committing ourselves to a long-terns timeline for success with no shortcuts. This requires a critical self-evaluation; the fault may not lie in the stars but within us.

We must acknowledge and rectify any flaws in our character and mould the next generation accordingly. Above all, we need leaders who can spearhead this effort with unwavering resolve and integrity. Beyond a mere reboot, we need a complete reprogramming.

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"Agree, disagree but never disagreeable. A thought-provoking read, for us to reflect, to act, to build, and rebuild our nation."
- Tan Sri Azman Mokhtar, Former Managing Director, Khazanah Nasional Berhad

"One word to describe this book — riveting!"
- Choong Tuck Oon, Former Senior Partner, Accenture (Asia Pacific)

"Embracing uncomfortable truths with courage. The author's insightful analyses offer valuable contemplation for charting our onward course. This book encapsulates honest viewpoints and wisdom."
- Dato' Nik Hasyudecn Yusoff, Former Group Managing Director, Lembaga Tabling Haji

"Very-well researched. The information on the negotiation with the British is not available to Malaysians or mentioned in any history books. A book worth reading indeed."
- Tan Sri Rafiah Salim, Former Vice Chancellor, Universiti Malaya

"An extremely enjoyable read on seven missed opportunities for what might have been. Compelling with contentious arguments."
- Professor Emeritus Date' Dr Abdul Latiff Mohammed, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

"An intriguing read that opens eyes and provokes thoughts. Very well researched and very well-written. I believe Malaysians will find it engrossing."
- Sophia Ch'ng Sok Heang, Past President, Actuarial Society of Malaysia

"The author's masterful narrative captures the essence of Malaysia's journey towards unity. This book is an invaluable treasure for every Malaysian, especially my generation."
- Tengku Yasmin Nastasha Tengku Abdul Rahman, Newly minted Advocate & Solicitor

"Appreciate the author's sharing of his perspective with the younger generation. He is more positive about the future than many of us.... Feel his passion and love forthe nation."
- Nik Jassmln Hew, Media Practitioner

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Mohammed Hussein (MH) spent 31 years of his working career with Maybank, the largest financial services group in Malaysia. He served in various top management positions prior to his retirement in 2008 as Chief Financial Officer/Deputy President. He has pursued an active retirement as chairman of several listed and unlisted companies including Gamuda (2013-2022), Danfiamin (2009 - 2018), Credit Guarantee Corporation Berhad, Hap Song Plantations Berhad and Syarikat Takaful Malaysia Keluarga Berhad. He was also a chairman of Corporate Debt Restructuring Committee, formed after the global financial crisis in 2008. and an independent non-executive director In several companies in Singapore (CapitaCommercial Trust REIT), Pakistan (MCB Bank Ltd.) and Indonesia (Syarikat Takaful Indonesia PT), as well as a member of the Mastercard International Asia-Pacific Advisory Board.

MH also designed the Danajunin100 Youth Leadership Program - Building Leaders of Tomorrow and the CGC100 Entrepreneurial Development Program.

MH graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from the University of Newcastle, Australia. He is a Fellow of the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers and an alumnus of the Advanced Management Program. Harvard Business School, Boston, USA. Currently. He is also Professor of Practice at INCEIF University, Kuala Lumpur.

MH published his first book_ Seeking A Life Balance, under his pseudonym Elm Edge in 2023.