Committed to position Malaysia as a globally competitive digital nation
“Think Possible”
They say luck is where “opportunity meets preparation.” It is, in many ways, about design – about setting up the situation and environment that allows you to seize any opportunity that passes by; or mitigate the worst circumstances when disaster strikes.
The COVID-19 pandemic showed us the importance of design and preparation in the face of sudden disruption. Without the strong foundations in the digital economy built since 1996, Malaysia wouldn’t have been able to make the transition so naturally into nationwide digital adoption. We wouldn’t have been able to take advantage of the rapid digitalisation that followed tremendous socio-economic shifts.
Malaysia has been adapting well to the unpredictable nature of technology and improving the national economy. We get to see first-hand the rapid preparation of Malaysia Digital in making this country the digital investments hub of ASEAN. We are also keen to adopt the newest trend in the digital space, such as the Metaverse and delve deeper into learning how it is either a disruptor or an opportunity.
MDEC, too, continues to focus on leading Malaysia’s digital economy forward and increasing its contribution to the national GDP by accelerating the creation of local entrepreneurs and global champions, the formulation of policies and coordination of all stakeholders, digital investment and a vibrant ecosystem and more.
This issue of Digital Pulse indeed encircles the digital efforts taken by many sides to prepare for this unique and potentially all-encompassing digital technology. We look forward to the comeback of MYWiT into the digital scene, which undertakes the responsibility to offer young talents with necessary jobs that suit their future needs.
Lastly, we proudly announce our recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing with the UN Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei (UNGCMYB). It will raise awareness, build capacity and prepare our nation’s SMEs for sustainability and climate action.
I believe that fortune favours those bold enough to step out of their comfort zones to ready themselves for any new frontier. Happy Reading!
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