The Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM)’s Socio-Economic Research Centre (SERC Sdn. Bhd.) was established as an independent and non-profit think tank on 19 October 2010. Officiated by YAB Prime Minister on 28 April 2011, SERC is funded by ACCCIM SERC Trust.


SERC is tasked with carrying out in-depth research and analysis on a wide range of economic, business and social issues in support of the formulation of public policies to shape Malaysia’s national socio-economic and industrial development agenda.


The organization will identify and explore issues and future trends that impact domestic economic and business environments. It will also focus on sharing knowledge and promoting public understanding of socio-economic issues of national importance.