Kuala lumpur: The Digital Ministry is making strides to unify and enhance digital initiatives across Malaysia’s states and agencies, as announced by Minister Gobind Singh Deo. The initiative aims to bolster the country’s digital economy through collaboration and integration.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the government is actively collaborating with both local and international stakeholders to identify best practices and improve platform integration. “We are travelling across the country and meeting with our counterparts overseas to understand how they develop their digital platforms,” Gobind stated during the launch of the Selangor Twin Accelerator Programme 2025, organised by the Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec).
Gobind highlighted the progress made by several states in developing their digital sectors. At the national level, the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) plays a key role, while organisations like Selangor’s Sidec and Digital Penang operate at the state level. The goal is to unify these efforts to broaden reach and improve connectivity. Collaboration is expected to expedite digital adoption and eliminate redundant efforts.
Gobind also announced the ministry’s ongoing efforts to establish a national regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI), with plans to introduce legislation by the second half of 2026. This framework, to be developed by the National Artificial Intelligence Office (NAIO), will guide Malaysia’s approach to AI governance.
Meanwhile, the Selangor Twin Accelerator Programme, launched today, aims to aid Malaysia’s emerging startups and SMEs in scaling their operations. This initiative features two main tracks, the Selangor Deep Tech Xccelerator (Deep-X) and the Selangor Retail Tech Xccelerator (Retail-X), designed to prepare startups for both local and global expansion. Last year’s programme saw 100 companies shortlisted, with some expanding abroad to Shanghai, Ho Chi Minh, and Manila.
The programme has been enhanced this year with a stronger global emphasis, introducing the “World Stage Venture,” offering top teams access to global commerce operations. Since its establishment, Sidec has supported over 320 startups, facilitated significant fundraising, and provided international exposure through overseas missions. The Twin Accelerator is a critical component of Sidec’s plan to support at least 500 startups by 2030, aligning with Malaysia’s broader digital transformation goals.