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Malaysia will approve data centre projects only after confirming adequate energy and water supply for residents and industries, Deputy Minister Sim Tze Tzin said in Parliament.
Malaysia's parliament has approved the Statistics Bill 2026, replacing the outdated Statistics Act 1965 with a contemporary legal framework designed to modernise the nation's data ecosystem and improve statistical coordination.
Parliament has approved amendments to the Communications and Multimedia Act, incorporating national security into the Universal Service Provision initiative to modernise the country's digital framework without extra charges.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has criticised telecommunications companies for failing to tackle rural internet coverage problems despite having sufficient data, announcing plans to summon telco CEOs to witness connectivity issues first-hand.
Sibu Municipal Council will implement a 5-10 minute grace period before issuing parking penalties and launch a Senior Citizen Parking Pass from August, responding to widespread public frustration with its smart parking system.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has instructed the MCMC to ensure full 4G and 5G network coverage at the planned Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link stations before operations begin on January 1, 2027, prioritising seamless digital connectivity for commuters.
Southeast Asian nations are intensifying efforts to expand digital infrastructure, modernize defence capabilities, and address rural development gaps, signalling a region-wide shift toward technological advancement and balanced economic growth.
The Ministry of Health has temporarily closed its official website to implement stronger cybersecurity protections after a recent cyber threat. The ministry says critical systems and patient data remain secure, with healthcare delivery uninterrupted.
Pakistan and Turkey have pledged to deepen economic cooperation, targeting $5 billion in annual bilateral trade. The commitment emerged from talks between PM Shehbaz Sharif and President Erdogan, with focus on energy, manufacturing, and digital corridor development.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has activated a dedicated complaint centre to address communications and multimedia issues during the 16th Johor state election, with polling scheduled for July 11.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has called for Malaysia to accelerate development of local technological capabilities and cybersecurity infrastructure to protect against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats in the digital economy.
Malaysia's Communications Ministry is building a 45-metre telecommunications tower in Muar to resolve persistent internet connectivity issues affecting Kampung Sungai Balang Darat and neighbouring communities, with completion expected by Q3 this year.
Japan's refreshed Free and Open Indo-Pacific strategy directly supports Malaysia's push to become a regional technology powerhouse, according to the Japanese Ambassador, with $10 billion in financial backing.