KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 — More companies need to leverage 5G technology to boost productivity, innovation and competitiveness in an effort to strengthen the country’s digital economy, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
In a post on X today, he said the matter was discussed during a courtesy visit today from an Ericsson delegation led by its president and chief executive officer Börje Ekholm.
He added that the meeting also provided an opportunity to discuss developments in digital technology, the expansion of 5G usage, and the potential for closer cooperation to strengthen the economy, and the need to develop greener and more sustainable telecommunication networks in line with the nation’s net-zero aspiration.
Anwar said he appreciated Ericsson’s confidence in Malaysia, particularly the company’s recognition of the country’s progress in developing strong digital infrastructure, including 5G networks and data centres, and efforts to strengthen digital security and sovereignty.
He also welcomed Ericsson’s commitment to developing local talent through training programmes, technology transfers, and collaborations with local universities and educational institutions.
“This effort is critical in producing a skilled workforce that is ready to meet the requirements of the economy of the future.
“Malaysia values the longstanding good relationship with Ericsson and is confident that the cooperation will continue to be strengthened based on stability and trust,” he said.
According to Anwar, continued cooperation between both parties could spark more opportunities to drive the digital economy and national prosperity.
