Puan Norizam binti Abas is a highly accomplished professional with extensive experience in
economic analysis and strategic policymaking. With a background in economics from prestigious
Malaysian universities, she has served diligently across various ministries, notably the Ministry
of Finance (MOF), the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) and the
Public Service Department Malaysia (JPA).

Puan Norizam began her career with the MOF in 1997 and she has served various positions now.
Throughout her tenure, she has been instrumental in formulating and executing economic
policies, implementing outcome-based budgeting frameworks, and driving initiatives aimed at
advancing the nation’s transition towards a cashless society.

In 2002 and 2018, she was honored with the prestigious Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang
from the MOF, underscoring her exceptional contributions to the governmental sphere. Presently,
as the Deputy Director of the National Budget Office (NBO) in the MOF, she continues to
contribute her expertise to ensure smooth budget management and strategic resource allocation.

Puan Norizam holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)
and a Masters in Economics from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).