KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — The government will continue to promote the use of 5G, especially to encourage its applications in various industries, as Malaysia prepares for its 2025 Asean chairmanship.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced during the tabling of Budget 2025 in the Dewan Rakyat today that the government plans to introduce a second 5G network.
“This initiative aims to boost the competitiveness of the information and communications technology sector,” he said.
Anwar also said Digital Nasional Bhd has been acquired by a private entity after 5G coverage exceeded 80 per cent of populated areas in Malaysia.
In addition, the Prime Minister said the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has agreed to improve internet access at public universities, schools, military camps, and Mara institutions, with an allocation of RM120 million.
— Bernama
