KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 — The Communication Ministry will prioritise two sectors, telecommunications and the creative economy, in Budget 2025, said its minister Fahmi Fadzil.
He said the telecommunications sector will focus on providing optimal internet access from primary schools to higher learning institutions (IPTs) and strengthening the creative economy by supporting industry players.
“The telecommunications sector, as mentioned by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at several events and forums, will ensure schools and IPTs have the best internet access,” he said.
He said this to reporters after attending the launch of CIMB Bank Bhd’s “Kita Bagi Jadi” campaign here today.
Fahmi said the ministry plans to boost the creative economy, involving, among others, entities such as MyCreative Ventures and the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas).
“The creative economy, led not only by MyCreative Ventures, but also Finas, will be a priority. We have seen positive results from government initiatives like the Film in Malaysia Incentive,” he said.
Budget 2025, set to be tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in Parliament on October 18, will outline these priorities.
— Bernama
