Malaysia Digital

A national strategic initiative by the Malaysian Government and MDEC.

Overview

Since its establishment in 1996, MDEC has driven digital transformation and adoption across the public and private sectors in Malaysia.

As the world moves rapidly, MDEC continues to focus on leading Malaysia’s digital economy forward by accelerating:

Formulation of policies and coordination of all stakeholders to enable an innovative and vibrant digital economy ecosystem

Creation of local entrepreneurs and global champions to increase contribution from the digital economy to GDP

Driving digital investment to maximise the digital economy’s contribution to the country

The fast-evolving landscape of today’s digital economy warrants for a new strategy to remain relevant and ready to boost the economic recovery of Malaysia.

What is Malaysia Digital (MD)?

The Government has introduced Malaysia Digital as the new national strategic initiative to encourage and attract companies, talents and investment while enabling Malaysian businesses and Rakyat to play a leading part in the global digital revolution and digital economy.

Drive digital adoption amongst aspiring young entrepreneurs, companies and the Rakyat

Grow local tech companies to be Malaysian champions, thriving globally

To attract high-value digital investments

This initiative also serves to create substantial digital economic spill-over through equitable access to digital tools, knowledge and income opportunities nationwide

Promoted Sectors

Malaysia Digital is the engine that accelerates the growth of our ecosystem within the nine (9) promoted sectors; and drive digital adoption and opportunities in digital economy via the Malaysia Digital Catalytic Programmes (PeMangkinMD) and other competitive offerings. The 9 promoted sectors are :

▪️ Digital Agriculture
▪️ Digital Services
▪️ Digital Cities
▪️ Digital Health
▪️ Digital Finance
▪️ Digital Trade
▪️ Digital Content
▪️ Digital Tourism
▪️ Islamic Digital Economy

Malaysia Digital’s inclusive approach aims to harmonise the growing Demand of digital solutions with a steady Supply of products and services, whilst continuing to strengthen the Enablers such as talents, infrastructure and regulations.

As digital technology continues to evolve, a robust digital economy ecosystem is represented by the dynamic relationship between Demand, Supply and Enablers. From the growing Demand of digital solutions, steady Supply of product and services, as well as support by Enablers such as talents, infrastructure and regulations, Malaysia Digital’s inclusive approach aims to harmonise these components to ensure a thriving and sustainable digital economy ecosystem.

End Users

Equitable Access to Digital Tools, Knowledge & Income Opportunities

MDEC shall continue to accelerate digital adoption with MD via the Saya Digital campaign which promotes new digital lifestyle experience, sustainable income opportunities and equitable wealth creation.

The MD initiative and Saya Digital campaign will create a holistic digital journey for the Rakyat to reap digital economy benefits with the right knowledge, skills and tools towards building a robust digital nation.

Business

New Business Opportunities and Growth In A Vibrant Ecosystem

With Malaysia Digital, MDEC continues to strengthen the digital ecosystem throughout the country via:​

  1. The implementation of Malaysia Digital Catalytic Programmes (PeMangkinMD) with local industry participation;​
  2. Targeted digitalisation programmes to empower businesses with the right digital knowledge, skills, and tools; and​
  3. Various facilitation services and competitive offerings to complement business needs.

Investors

Flexible and Agile Digital Investments Facilitation

Investments are one of the key drivers of the economy. MDEC as the lead digital economy agency continues to work with the public and private sector to attract new digital investments as well as grow the existing businesses since 1996.

With new and flexible option of Malaysia Digital status, both foreign direct (FDI) or domestic direct (DDI) investors have the flexibility to choose from a set of competitive offerings.

Companies also have a greater agility to operate, grow, expand, or invest anywhere in Malaysia. Key infrastructure and ecosystem development is no longer confined to designated area or location and companies can choose to operate in any location that suited their needs.