The National Cloud Computing Policy (NCCP) sets the direction for a trusted, secure and sustainable cloud ecosystem in Malaysia.
Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said the policy empowers both the public and private sectors to accelerate digital transformation while safeguarding data sovereignty, security and service reliability.
"With this policy in place, Malaysia is charting a bold course towards a cloud-first future that drives innovation, efficiency and better public services," said Gobind.
"Together, we’re building a resilient digital nation, ready to capitalise on the many opportunities in our booming digital economy."
The digital economy is projected to contribute 25.5 per cent of Malaysia's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by year-end.
Speaking at the launch of the Cloudtech and Data Centre Conference 2.0 in Kuala Lumpur this morning, Gobind said cloud infrastructure was also key to Malaysia's 5G strategy.
"To unlock the full potential of 5G – from smart cities and precision healthcare to autonomous mobility – we need ultra-low latency, secure and scalable data centres. We’re not waiting for the future – we’re building these capabilities now.
"These initiatives are part of our ongoing efforts to establish strong digital foundations. I’ve said this before, and I’ll say it again: we will continue building robust, inclusive infrastructure. We will keep enhancing cyber resilience and actively develop digital talent."
From 2021 to 2023, Malaysia approved RM114.7 billion in investments related to data centres and cloud services, creating over 2,300 high-value jobs. The country is on track to reach its RM3.6 billion revenue target in the data centre industry by 2025.
However, Gobind cautioned that the environmental impact of data centres must not be overlooked.
"It is widely acknowledged that data centres are energy-intensive. But that doesn’t mean we should shy away from the conversation. We must take affirmative action.
"As our digital infrastructure grows, so must our commitment to sustainability. It’s not just about reducing emissions – it’s about raising standards.
"Our infrastructure must be designed to be green and sustainable, leveraging energy efficiency, renewable energy and intelligent cooling technologies. This aligns with Malaysia’s goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050."
He stressed that ‘green’ and ‘sustainable’ must be more than just buzzwords.
"These words, and their true meaning, must be embedded into our operations. What we do today – good or bad – will affect future generations."
Gobind said a unified effort is needed across ministries, industries, academia, international partners – and most importantly, Malaysians.
"I hope this conference opens new opportunities for you to scale digital operations efficiently, strengthen cyber resilience against AI-driven threats, drive sustainability in infrastructure, integrate AI and cloud with impact, and foster digital trust.
"Whatever we do must ultimately benefit the rakyat and our beloved country," he said.
