During MWC 2025, Malaysia signed 19 MoUs with global tech leaders, emphasizing a commitment to digital transformation in areas like AI and 5G. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching highlighted the potential benefits for citizens and the international recognition of Malaysia’s capabilities. Key partnerships include collaborations between CelcomDigi and Ericsson, and YTL Communications with Equinix, showcasing Malaysia’s strides in digital innovation.
Malaysia has made a significant stride in its digital transformation by signing 19 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with global technology leaders during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025. This event, held in Barcelona, reflects the commitment of local industry players to innovate in fields such as technology, artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, and telecommunications.
Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching, observing the MoU exchange, emphasized the importance of these partnerships in fostering digital advancements in Malaysia. She remarked, “They showed their commitment to bringing digital changes to Malaysia. I hope these MoUs will bring more benefits to the citizens,” and expressed optimism regarding the potential for international recognition of Malaysia’s digital capabilities.
Among the significant collaborations is the partnership between CelcomDigi and Ericsson, which focuses on utilizing 5G technology for the oil and gas sector transformation. CelcomDigi has also allied with Huawei to develop an AI-enabled fixed-mobile convergence network. Moreover, Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) has partnered with Ericsson to boost 5G adoption and has collaborated with META to enhance the DNB Experience Centre’s remote tower quality.
Additionally, YTL Communications and Equinix have established a partnership aimed at enabling global AI cloud technologies, while Maxis and Huawei are working together to expedite digital intelligent transformation. The MWC is recognized as the largest connectivity event globally, featuring innovators, industry leaders, and policymakers to showcase advances in mobile technology and digital transformation capabilities.
The Malaysian Pavilion at this year’s MWC highlighted the nation’s technological innovations, showcasing its commitment to 5G deployment and collaborative development within the ASEAN region.
In summary, Malaysia’s robust engagement at MWC 2025 underlines its dedication to advancing digital transformation through strategic collaborations with leading global technology companies. These 19 MoUs signify a collective commitment to innovation in various sectors, notably AI and telecommunications. The Malaysian government’s proactive approach is anticipated to deliver significant benefits to its citizens, while also positioning the nation as a prominent player in the global digital landscape.
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