PERAK POLICY & RESEARCH CONFERENCE 2026 GATHERS THINKERS, POLICYMAKERS AND IMPLEMENTERS OF PERAK STATE DEVELOPMENT

IPOH, 7 MAY 2026 – The Perak State Government today organised the Perak Policy & Research Conference 2026 at the Casuarina Convention Centre, Hotel Casuarina @ Meru, Ipoh, Perak. 

This conference is a strategic platform that brings together government leaders, policymakers, researchers, academics, implementing agencies and relevant stakeholders to discuss Perak’s development direction in a comprehensive manner, based on data, research and high-impact policies. 

The conference opening ceremony was officiated by Perak Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Saarani Mohamad. Also present was Ipoh Mayor Zamakhshari Hanipah. 

The programme began with a Conference Briefing session, followed by a dialogue session titled “Prosperity Beyond Gross Domestic Product (GDP),” which focused on a more inclusive and balanced development approach, beyond conventional economic measures. 

The Perak Menteri Besar also visited the Perak Sejahtera 2030 Research Poster Exhibition, which highlighted findings, ideas and research proposals related to state development, in line with the aspirations of Perak Sejahtera 2030. 

In the afternoon, the conference continued with breakout sessions covering five main themes:

Theme 1: Digital Transformation, Big Data and Artificial Intelligence; 

Theme 2: Inclusive Economy, Productivity and State Competitiveness; 

Theme 3: Environmental Sustainability, Climate Resilience and Food Security; 

Theme 4: Governance and Effectiveness of Public Service Delivery; 

Theme 5: Social Development and Empowerment. 

The organisation of this conference is hoped to strengthen the culture of research, encourage knowledge sharing and produce policy proposals that are practical, effective and centred on the needs of the people. 

The Perak State Government is committed to continue strengthening the state’s policy and research ecosystem as the basis for more sustainable, inclusive and high-impact development planning for the wellbeing of the people and the progress of Perak.