PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia’s Digital Ministry turns two today. It was established to spearhead national digital governance, strengthen the delivery of government services, expand connectivity, and build a robust, modern, and competitive digital ecosystem.
The realignment of digital functions undertaken at its inception signalled a necessary shift to ensure Malaysia stays on track towards a high-impact digital government, a dynamic digital economy, and a digitally empowered and inclusive society.
In 2024, the ministry focused on building its foundation and structure. This year marks the implementation phase, as the ministry and its agencies step up efforts to realise the country’s aspiration of becoming a high-income, technology-driven nation.
The ministry is set to present its 2025 achievements today while reinforcing three core pillars: digital government, digital economy, and digital society.
Among the ministry's key highlights is the foundational mapping for the development of an AI-Driven Nation (AI Nation). The establishment of the National Artificial Intelligence Office (NAIO) and the formulation of the National AI Action Plan 2026–2030 demonstrate Malaysia’s ambition not only to consume technology but also to create, innovate, and contribute to global technological progress.
The public sector is also undergoing significant reform through the GovTech Malaysia approach. Efforts to integrate government services end-to-end, dismantle siloed structures, and strengthen the use of data intelligence in decision-making are showing clear results. Initiatives such as the National Cloud Computing Policy (NCCP) and preliminary work towards establishing a Data Commission signal important moves to keep the nation’s digital infrastructure modern, secure, and sovereign.
To ensure that digital progress is broad-based, inclusivity remains the ministry’s priority. Efforts to bridge the digital divide, uplift Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), and expand digital talent development continue so that all citizens – regardless of background, geography, or socioeconomic status – benefit from digital prosperity.
The achievements, according to Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo, reflect the perseverance, commitment, and professionalism of the ministry’s staff, departments, and agencies.
“The nation’s digital transformation is a national endeavour that demands sincerity and diligence, and you have proven that Malaysia possesses the capability to advance as a competitive digital power,” he said.
The agencies under the ministry are the National Digital Department (JDN), Personal Data Protection Department (JPDP), MyDigital, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, CyberSecurity Malaysia, Mynic, Digital Nasional Berhad, and NAIO.
“Let us continue to reinforce a Digital-First Mindset and uphold the principle of ‘no one is left behind’ to ensure every Malaysian enjoys the benefits of a safe, inclusive, and sustainable digital ecosystem. Malaysia’s digital and AI future is now our shared trust,” Gobind added.
