Our Initiatives
Ideas create possibilities. Action creates impact.
Shaping Policy. Strengthening Institutions. Driving Impact.
IDR serves as the strategic think tank of the Perak State Government, generating evidence-based insights, facilitating stakeholder collaboration, and translating ideas into actionable solutions that support the state’s long-term development agenda.
Through research, strategic advisory, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement, we work with government agencies, industry leaders, academia, and communities to address emerging challenges and unlock opportunities for sustainable socio-economic growth.
Through research, strategic advisory, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement, we work with government agencies, industry leaders, academia, and communities to address emerging challenges and unlock opportunities for sustainable socio-economic growth.
Our initiatives include the following:
- Perak Sejahtera 2030
- Supporting the state's long-term development agenda through strategic studies, monitoring frameworks, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
- Perak Policy & Research Conference
- The Perak Policy & Research Conference (PPRC) is IDR's premier knowledge-sharing platform that brings together policymakers, academics, industry leaders, researchers, and development practitioners to discuss critical issues shaping the future of Perak. Through evidence-based discussions and cross-sector collaboration, the conference facilitates the exchange of ideas, policy recommendations, and innovative solutions that support sustainable socio-economic development.
- Perak Economic Outlook
- The Perak Economic Outlook provides strategic insights into the state's economic performance, emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges. By analysing key economic indicators and development patterns, this flagship publication supports informed decision-making among policymakers, businesses, investors, and stakeholders while contributing to the formulation of responsive and forward-looking policies for Perak.
- Intellectual Discourse
- Intellectual Discourse serves as a platform for meaningful dialogue and thought leadership on contemporary issues affecting society, governance, and development. Through forums, roundtable discussions, lectures, and expert engagements, the initiative fosters the exchange of diverse perspectives, encourages critical thinking, and promotes informed public discourse to support evidence-based policymaking and societal progress.
- Pemikir Darul Ridzuan
- A platform that brings together subject matter experts, policymakers, industry leaders, and academicians to discuss key issues affecting Perak's future development.
- Perak Sejahtera Summit
- A multi-stakeholder forum designed to generate actionable ideas and strategic recommendations for the state's socio-economic transformation.