Faiz S. Hamid

Design and execution of multi‑year development programmes that upgrade priority industries and catalyse high‑value‑added employment. Focus areas include country and private‑sector strategy, policy formulation, and stakeholder engagement—blending large‑scale infrastructure finance with targeted soft interventions for sustainable, inclusive growth. Data‑Driven Global Value‑Chain Diagnostics • Completed end‑to‑end GVC studies in 18 member countries (e.g., Gabon, Maldives, Türkiye, Indonesia), using firm‑level surveys to identify value‑capture constraints and craft interventions that raise local content, exports, and skilled jobs. Covered Critical Minerals, Automotive (EV), Agri-Food Innovative Programme Design & Execution • Institutionalised the GVC approach across IsDB operations; flagship initiatives such as the Food Reserve Programme and a digital matchmaking platform protected supply chains and SME livelihoods during COVID‑19. Policy Formulation & Stakeholder Mobilisation • Built cross‑industry coalitions and advised governments on incentive regimes that crowd in private investment, accelerate technology adoption, and embed ESG standards, ensuring inclusive growth trajectories. National Development Planning & Sustainable Finance • Integrated the GVC lens into National Development Plans—from the Maldives to West Africa—supported by bespoke sustainable‑finance frameworks that unlock concessional and commercial capital. Global Thought Leadership • Co‑author of “Rebuilding Inclusive Global Value Chains,” linking climate‑smart investment with quality job creation.

Guided national sustainability and value‑chain strategy for all manufacturing‑sector investments—from origination through implementation—while steering evidence‑based policy reform and international negotiations. Socio‑Economic Impact & Cost–Benefit Analytics • Designed the national cost–benefit analysis tool now standard for vetting foreign‑investment proposals; delivered impact assessments for electrical‑and‑electronics, palm‑oil, rubber and other priority industries. • Completed the first comprehensive study of China’s outward FDI and the Belt & Road Initiative’s economic implications for Malaysia. Sectoral Upgrading & Inclusive Jobs • Crafted sustainability and inclusive‑employment roadmaps for palm‑oil and rubber value chains, aligning incentives with SDG targets. Industry 4.0 & Productivity • Served on the national technical committee advancing smart manufacturing; champions Industry 4.0 adoption to raise productivity and high‑skill employment. Investor Services & Incentives • Advised multinationals on manufacturing licences, fiscal and non‑fiscal incentives, and expatriate post approvals to crowd in quality investment. Trade & Investment Policy Leadership • Provided cabinet‑level counsel on bilateral FTAs and multilateral fora (APEC, ASEAN, WTO, UNCTAD, OECD). • Lead negotiator for Malaysia’s bilateral investment treaties and multilateral investment agreements, securing protections that balance investor confidence with sustainable‑development priorities.

Drove evidence‑based trade policy and international economic cooperation to accelerate sustainable development and financial inclusion. Regional Integration & Market Access • Led negotiations as Malaysia’s Lead Negotiator, Financial Services Chapter – Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), steering a 16‑economy pact that deepened financial‑sector connectivity and broadened inclusive growth across the Asia‑Pacific. Macroeconomic Intelligence & Policy Advice • Produced forward‑looking assessments on global economic and geopolitical trends for Bank Negara Malaysia and federal ministries, shaping decisions on growth, resilience, and external‑sector strategy. Knowledge Hubs & Research Leadership • Strengthened the World Bank Kuala Lumpur Research Hub’s regional profile and peer‑reviewed BIS, World Bank, and OECD studies to align global analysis with emerging‑market development priorities. • Curated a research agenda on systemic risk and development finance, informing policy dialogues and capacity‑building programmes. Strategic Bilateral Partnerships • Negotiated MoUs that unlocked technical cooperation and investment flows with priority economies, anchoring Malaysia’s role in South‑South development collaboration. IMF Engagement & Financial‑Stability Diagnostics • Served on the IMF Article IV Balance‑Sheet Assessment Working Committee for Malaysia, advancing rigorous surveillance and coordinated policy responses to safeguard macro‑financial stability. Global Representation & Advocacy • Represented Malaysia in multilateral forums, conferences, and high‑level dialogues, ensuring national development objectives were embedded in regional and global economic‑governance agendas.

Supported Malaysia’s power‑sector development by securing reliable, cost‑effective gas supply and aligning commercial structures with national energy‑access and industrial‑growth goals. Gas Supply for Grid Reliability • Negotiated long‑term sales contracts across Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah & Sarawak, guaranteeing fuel for 14 Independent Power Producers and stabilising electricity supply for households and industry. High‑Value Commercial Architecture • Engineered Take‑or‑Pay, Excess‑Gas and Shortfall clauses that maximised economic value, mitigated supply risk, and preserved affordability targets. Integrated Technical–Economic Feasibility • Coordinated system planners, engineers, Tenaga Nasional Berhad and the Energy Commission to align gas offtake profiles with national load forecasts and infrastructure capacity. Financial Modelling & Gas‑Pricing Reform • Built cash‑flow models for IPPs and led analytical work that underpinned Malaysia’s shift to transparent, cost‑reflective gas pricing. National Gas Framework Agreement • Co‑drafted the umbrella agreement covering upstream‑to‑downstream infrastructure and commercial terms, working closely with transport providers such as Petronas Gas Berhad. Government & Stakeholder Engagement • Represented sector interests in ministerial negotiations on gas‑price reforms and long‑term fuel‑supply strategy, balancing fiscal sustainability with universal‑access and decarbonisation objectives.

Partnership Strategy and Program Management Expert In my role, I specialized in programming and managing key ASEAN initiatives, formulating partnership documents for ASEAN-EU, ASEAN-UN, ASEAN-US, and ASEAN-China dialogue relations. This involved providing crucial political and economic analyses on ASEAN External Relations for the Malaysian government. Networking and Working Groups: Engaging in extensive traveling and networking, particularly within ASEAN Working Groups, I facilitated collaboration and partnerships with governments in the region. High-Level Speech Preparation: A significant aspect of my responsibilities included preparing speeches and talking points for both the Foreign Minister and Prime Minister, particularly on matters related to ASEAN. Meeting Negotiations and Coordination: I actively participated in and negotiated at Ministerial, Senior Officials, and Working Group Level Meetings, ensuring effective monitoring of projects under various ASEAN arrangements. Coordination with Line Agencies and Ministries was a crucial part of my role to ensure timely progress of projects. Regional Integration Support: In the ASEAN Regional Integration Support from the EU (ARISE), I monitored projects with the Ministry of International Trade and Industry, ensuring the successful undertaking and progress of programs. Comprehensive Partnership and Summits: For the ASEAN-UN Comprehensive Partnership, I was involved in drafting, coordinating with line agencies, and operationalizing initiatives under the declaration. Drafting Statements and Declarations: My responsibilities also included drafting statements and declarations for various ASEAN dialogues, including ASEAN-EU, ASEAN-GCC, ASEAN-Russia, ASEAN-India, and ASEAN-UN Dialogue Relations. In essence, my career is marked by a comprehensive engagement in partnership strategy, program management, and effective coordination across multiple ASEAN initiatives

Project Monitoring and Evaluation for Bilateral Development Cooperation In my role focusing on bilateral development cooperation, I excelled in project management and evaluation, particularly in the realm of Wind Energy cooperation between Germany and China. Strategic Project Management: Managed a diverse portfolio of Wind Energy projects between Germany and China. Successfully developed milestones, monitored progress, and conducted comprehensive business evaluations. Risk Management and Mitigation: Conducted thorough risk assessments, identified potential issues, and proactively implemented mitigation strategies to prevent project delays. Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborated with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and success criteria, ensuring alignment with overarching company goals. Supply Chain Management Enhancement: Analyzed and proposed solutions for optimizing Supply Chain Management for Wind Energy Suppliers in Germany, actively contributing to the improvement of the benchmark system and data collection for suppliers. Data Analysis and Benchmarking: Collected and analyzed data on German Wind Energy suppliers, conducting research to identify "Hidden Champions" within the sector. Created a robust framework for analyzing and benchmarking Wind Energy suppliers. In essence, my career is defined by a strategic approach to project management, leveraging Agile methodologies for efficiency, and contributing to the enhancement of Supply Chain Management within the Wind Energy sector through meticulous analysis and benchmarking efforts.

SME Internationalisation and Awareness Project Conducted studies on SME awareness and relevance in internationalisation - Status Quo (SARI-S) Analyzed the behavioural economics of SMEs and decision making in respect to globalization. Conducted surveys and interviews with SMEs in the Albstadt and Sigmarignen regions. Analyzed the entrepreneurial behaviour of existing models Supported project manager on operational issues.

Topic of PhD Dissertation: ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA) - Utilization of Preferential Tariffs and Intra-ASEAN Trade Effects