Wawasanex - Rethinking Public Policy

Rethinking
how policy is shaped,
debated, and delivered

A dynamic policy startup with a fresh take on public policy — focused on tech, competitiveness, and making life better.

Background

Wawasanex is a dynamic public policy startup based in Malaysia established on 30 October 2024, built with the ambition to rethink how policy is shaped, debated, and delivered. Wawasanex is driven by a clear mission: to develop innovative, evidence-based solutions across three strategic themes — empowering a sustainable technology ecosystem, enhancing competitiveness, and improving quality of life.

As a growing startup in the policy space, Wawasanex positions itself as a collaborative platform that connects policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers to tackle complex challenges with fresh ideas and bold thinking. With a focus on impact, innovation, and inclusivity, Wawasanex is committed to advancing transformative policy approaches that shape a better, more resilient Malaysia.

Our Logo

The Wawasanex logo combines modern structure with cultural meaning. The stylised W is drawn from the visual language of Batik, referencing the intricate handcrafted patterns that have long defined Malaysia’s cultural identity as both a trade commodity and diplomatic symbol during the Malacca Sultanate.

In Batik, each piece is unique and each line drawn with intention. It is a process rooted in patience, skill, and human expression. This quiet individuality reflects the spirit of the Fifth Industrial Revolution that is driven by individual personalisation, where technology does not replace human beings but rather enhances their ability to create, personalise, and contribute meaningfully.

Systems & Motion

Although minimalist in form, the logo evokes the interwoven logic of flowing lines and layered motives echoing networks and systems, a quiet representation of the complex connections that shape our world.

In that network, we see not just structure but motion: a symbol of an ecosystem in flux, shaped by the interaction of people, ideas, and technologies.

Purpose & Future

Wawasanex sees itself as part of that motion. We are not chasing automation for its own sake but working toward a technology ecosystem where sustainability is built in, not bolted on. We are not advocating competitiveness as pure speed or scale but as a deeper capability driven by insight, creativity, and relevance.

And we do not treat quality of life as a separate social goal but as the true measure of progress, the outcome that validates all others. This is what the logo represents: a respect for tradition, a commitment to design, and a belief that the future is not built in isolation but is formed line by line in countless shapes and forms.

Our Strategic Themes

Sustainable Technology Ecosystem

Empowering innovation through forward-thinking policies that support technology development, digital transformation, and responsible AI adoption.

Enhance Competitiveness

Driving economic growth through strategic policy design that improves market regulation and Malaysia's global competitive edge.

Improve Quality of Life

Advancing inclusive policies focused on gender equality, consumer choice, and human-centered governance.

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Meet Our Team

Tarmizi Anuwar

Founder & Managing Director

Tarmizi Anuwar is the Country Associate for Malaysia at the Consumer Choice Center and the Founding Director of Wawasanex, a public policy startup built to rethink how policy is shaped, debated, and delivered in Malaysia. With over a decade of experience in public policy and think tanks, he conducts policy research, monitors regulatory trends, and advocates for reforms that advance economic growth, lifestyle freedom, and technological innovation.

With over a decade of experience in public policy and think-tanks, he has developed strong expertise in government affairs, regulatory advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and legislative analysis. Tarmizi holds a Master of Arts in Human Rights and Democratisation from Mahidol University and a Bachelor of Education (Physical Education) from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM). He is currently pursuing his PhD in Development Studies at the Institute of Malaysian and International Studies (IKMAS), National University of Malaysia (UKM), where his research focuses on talent development, social capital and social networks.

Adli Amirullah

Non-Executive Director and Chief Economist

Adli Amirullah is an economist by training with more than 10 years of experience across economic research, public policy, external affairs strategy and government relations. His areas of expertise include the digital economy, business regulation, technology policy and SME development.

Over the course of his career, Adli has authored more than 10 different independent studies and contributed to policy discussions across digital economy & platform regulation, business regulation & market governance, and transport & mobility policy. His experience across think tanks, government agencies and the private sector has given him a multidisciplinary perspective on how economic policy, regulation and business strategy intersect.

At Wawasanex, Adli serves as Non-Executive Director and Chief Economist, contributing to the organisation’s economic research, policy analysis and public discourse on issues affecting Malaysia’s development. He is particularly interested in translating economic evidence into practical policy recommendations and strengthening collaboration between policymakers, industry and civil society.

Adli holds a Bachelor of Economics from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), where he received the Royal Education Award (Anugerah Pelajaran Diraja), and a Master of Research (MRes) in Economics from the University of Malaya, where he was awarded the King’s Scholarship (Biasiswa Yang di-Pertuan Agong).

Dini Nurhani

Co-Founder and Creative Analytics Director

Dini Nurhani is a seasoned public policy professional with nearly a decade of experience across federal and state government agencies, as well as tech corporations like Shopee and CARSOME.

She previously served as Assistant Director at the Malaysia Competition Commission (MyCC) and Assistant Manager at Wanita Berdaya Selangor (WBS), where she contributed extensively to Malaysia’s policy landscape, including serving as a writer and researcher for the Selangor Women's Policy & Plan of Action 2024–2026.

Through her work at MyCC, she has also advised government ministries and agencies on business and economic matters, particularly in relation to the Competition Act 2010, strengthening market competitiveness and regulatory frameworks in Malaysia.

Dini holds a Bachelor of Economics (Honours) from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), earning the Rector’s List Award for academic excellence. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Political Science at IIUM, specializing in public policy, political analysis, and international relations.

Shape the Future of Policy

Join us in building transformative policy approaches for a more resilient and competitive Malaysia.

Rethinking how policy is shaped, debated, and delivered