Nick Khaw

Nick Khaw has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of economics and research. Nick started their career as a Research Assistant at the National Bureau of Economic Research in 2006 and later worked as a Research Assistant at the UK Department for International Development in 2007.

In 2009, Nick joined the Economic Planning Unit of the Government of Malaysia as an Economist, where they analyzed issues and generated forecasts for public finance and external trade issues. Nick was directly involved in the policy formulation of national development initiatives for Malaysia.

From 2011 to 2013, Nick worked as an Assistant Vice President Economist at Khazanah Nasional, producing research on development economics and performing detailed analysis and forecasts on macroeconomic conditions for countries in which KNB invested.

Nick then joined the Center for International Development at Harvard University as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2014 to 2015. Nick conducted empirical research on the Albanian labor market and diaspora, which helped formulate public policies in Albania.

In 2015, Nick returned to Khazanah Nasional Berhad as an Assistant Vice President Economist, focusing on research related to economic development, demographics, and urban agglomeration. Nick gradually progressed to roles such as Vice President, Senior Vice President, Director, and eventually Head of Research. In these roles, Nick led research projects, guided strategic fund investments, and managed knowledge systems and events.

Throughout their career, Nick has demonstrated expertise in research, analysis, and policy formulation in various areas of economics and has made significant contributions to knowledge generation and nation-building.

Nick Khaw completed a Bachelor of Arts Honors degree in Economics at Harvard University from 2005 to 2009. Nick then pursued a Master's in Public Administration/International Development at Harvard Kennedy School from 2013 to 2015. Currently, Nick is working towards a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Political Economy Research at King's College London from 2022 to 2029.