PUTRAJAYA: A backlog of government grants intended to help small businesses adopt new technology has been cleared following a direct intervention by Malaysia’s Digital Ministry.
The payouts, part of the Geran Digital PMKS Madani (GDPM) scheme, had been delayed, causing concern among participating firms.
In a statement released today, Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo confirmed that his ministry worked alongside the Finance Ministry to expedite the settlement of all outstanding claims.
“I am pleased to confirm that all payments, totalling RM19 million, have been successfully credited to the respective companies through Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN),” Gobind said.
The GDPM programme, a key pillar of the Malaysian government’s 2025 Budget, is designed to encourage digital adoption among micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The initiative involves over 370 “digitalisation partners” who provide technical solutions in areas such as e-invoicing, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and digital payment systems.
Gobind emphasised that the government’s priority remains the “swift and efficient” delivery of allocated funds.
“These efforts reflect the government’s commitment to resolving immediate operational hurdles while building long-term confidence among MSMEs and industry partners in the nation’s public service delivery,” he said.
He added that the resolution was part of a broader mission to ensure local businesses are not left behind as Malaysia pursues its target of becoming a leading “AI Nation” by 2030.
