- As a doorway to ASEAN development, the nation’s industrial advancements as well as
- Sarawak-Edotco partnership to make sure that every community can have access to a quick, reliable connection.
Malaysia made a second appearance at Mobile World Congress ( MWC ) 2025 in Barcelona with an expanded pavilion showcasing its achievements in digital transformation and regional goals. Malaysia was already demonstrating its contributions to this growth as Mats Granryd, GSMA Director General, highlighted how connectivity technologies could generate nearly US$ 1 trillion ( RM49.13 trillion ) in economic value by 2030.
During the official opening of the palace on March 3, Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa, Secretary General of the Ministry of Communications, said,” The Malaysia Pavilion at MWC 2025 stands as a testament to our devotion, showcasing our nation’s scientific developments and opening a doorway to ASEAN innovation.”  ,
Key players in the industry include Digital Nasional Bhd ( DNB), CelcomDigi, Maxis, Telekom Malaysia, U Mobile, YTL, Edotco, and Measat. The collaborative exhibit brings together key stakeholders including the Ministry of Communications, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), and industry leaders.
National digital network program overreaches its goal
The National Digital Infrastructure Plan ( Jendela ), which has overreached, is a key highlight of Malaysia’s MWC presence. Over 9.03 million properties as of December 31, 2024, have high-speed Internet and fiber communication, exceeding our primary objective of 9 million by 2025, according to Mohamad Fauzi.
With wireless broadband speeds reaching a middle of 105.36 Mb and internet coverage increasing to 98.66 % in populated areas in Q4 2024, this success has become visible performance metrics. ”  ,
He continued to add that the 5G rollout has continued to expand, reaching 82.4 % coverage of populated areas and a 56.18 % mobile penetration rate.
engagement in business improvements
Mohamad Fauzi emphasized that creative systems between public and private entities are central to Malaysia’s approach to online infrastructure.  ,
The 6-way Multi-Operator Core Network ( MOCN) initiative, which is unprecedented in the ASEAN region, exemplifies the power of collaboration and shared resources, he said, explaining how this model ties state governments and mobile network service providers to maximize connectivity resources.
A Guideline for Network and Infrastructure Sharing has been created by MCMC and participating wireless network operators to codify this creative design. This framework includes protocols for bilateral and multilateral agreements while incorporating sustainability indicators in accordance with Environmental, Social, and Governance ( ESG) principles and Sustainable Development Goals ( SDG), including energy efficiency and environmental protection measures.
Edotco’s agreement in Sarawak to provide high speed connection to every neighborhood
Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, Sarawak’s assistant leading, and Julaihi Narawi, Sarawak’s secretary of power and communications, witnessed the signing of an arrangement between Edotco Malaysia and Kejuruteraan Rasshin Sdn Bhd to accelerate the development of electronic equipment on the first day of MWC 2025.
In order to support the Sarawak Digital Economy Blueprint 2030, the collaboration aims to provide 4G and 5G-ready facilities across the region’s diverse landscape. This partnership is a crucial step in ensuring that every community in Sarawak, regardless of location, has access to reliable, high-speed connectivity, according to Gayan Koralage ( pic ), director of Malaysia Business at Edotco.
The Edotco group, which owns over 58, 000 turrets spread across nine nations, will provide personalized solutions, including fixed wireless access and low-orbit satellite technology, to tackle Sarawak’s special regional challenges.
The engagement, according to Mohammed Ariffin Adenan, Managing Director of KRSB, aims to “improve communication and enable local neighborhoods and businesses by integrating them into the government’s evolving digital ecology.”
The Malaysian Industrial Development Authority ( MIDA ) stated in a media release from September 2023 that quoted , Julaihi, that Sarawak has invested between 2018 and 2023 and made US$ 423 million ( RM1.89 billion ) to develop its telecommunication infrastructure and digital economy.
The Malaysian pavilion highlights a variety of applications of superior connectivity in fields like AI, AI, healthcare, education, broadcasting, manufacturing, and wise cities. Sukan Malaysia ( SUKMA ) 2024, which is Malaysia’s first 5G-Advanced live broadcast, is a notable highlight, demonstrating how high-quality video transmission with minimal latency is changing live broadcasting.
Malaysia has made progress in the development of artificial intelligence through strategic partnerships, including the development of the earliest large-language model specifically designed for Bahasa Melayu, the nation’s national language.
The US$ 11 trillion related future: global perspective
The broader themes of MWC 2025, which Granryd described as” setting” the stage for discussion of a connected potential projected to increase almost US$ 11 trillion in monetary value by 2030, are Malaysia’s advances in line with. ”  ,
The GSMA Director General stressed the need to implement new revenue models, harness AI and Open Gateway APIs, and move the industry forward. Malaysia should be aware that it is not implementing 5G Standalone in its rollout.
In 2024, mobile technologies accounted for 5.8 % of global GDP, or RM29.03 trillion, with an expected increase of nearly US$ 11 trillion, or 8.4 % of GDP, by 2030, according to the GSMA’s Mobile Economy Report 2025.  ,
Additionally, according to the report, there is a US$ 127 billion opportunity for 5G Standalone, which is projected to account for 70 % of all business revenue growth through 2030.
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Creating a connected future
According to Mohamad Fauzi,” Malaysia is creating a digital infrastructure ecosystem that benefits both our regional partners.” By putting emphasis on advancements in various key industries, Malaysia is also positioning itself as a hub for technology in the ASEAN region, improving quality of life domestically.
Malaysia’s participation in MWC 2025, which runs through March 6, underscores the country’s willingness to work with international partners and discover new opportunities for growth in the constantly evolving digital landscape.