The First Roundtable Discussion for the National Resilience College, titled “Politics & Government of Malaysia: Centralised Federalism – Balancing Power between Federal and States”, successfully took place on 13 February 2025. It features esteemed panellists Prof Datuk and Dr Shamrahayu Ab. Aziz from the Islamic University of Malaysia and Dr Tricia Yeoh from the University of Nottingham, Malaysia, and moderated by Dr Salma Yusof from the National Defence University of Malaysia, the event delved into the critical topic of balancing power between federal and state governments. This discussion highlighted the importance of centralised federalism in ensuring effective governance, equitable development, and national unity, offering valuable insights into one of Malaysia’s most pressing political challenges. A truly enlightening session!