Kuala Lumpur:Deputy Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Seri Mohammad Yusof Apdal emphasized the need for Malaysia to actively shape global technology trends rather than just follow them. This ambition requires bolstering local talent, forming strategic partnerships, and supporting domestic businesses to ensure the development and international deployment of Malaysian technologies.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Speaking at the launch of the MIMOS Technology Preview (MTP) 2026, Mohammad Yusof highlighted the importance of advancing deep technologies such as AI, cybersecurity, autonomous systems, semiconductor technologies, and quantum computing. He stated that these advancements are crucial for economic growth, national resilience, and future competitiveness. He also pointed out the necessity of strong companies to bring these technologies to market, underscoring the need for collaboration beyond boundaries among government, industry, investors, researchers, academia, and global technology partners.
MIMOS Berhad, the national applied R&D center under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), plays a key role in transitioning research to the commercial marketplace. It has licensed 17 technology packages under the 12th Malaysia Plan and boasts a robust intellectual property portfolio with over 2,000 patents filed. Currently, MIMOS has 29 Technology Release Package versions ready for technology transfer and commercialisation, with an additional 22 progressing towards Technology Readiness Assessment by the end of 2026. Quotations for these innovations have exceeded RM2.2 million.
To further accelerate the adoption of local technology, Mohammad Yusof urged the government, industry, and strategic stakeholders to act as early adopters and pilot partners, which would help Malaysian innovations gain international credibility.
Dr. Saat Shukri Embong, MIMOS Berhad president and Group CEO, stressed the importance of technology delivering tangible benefits to the public and safeguarding national interests. He noted that homegrown technological capabilities are vital for national security and data sovereignty, ensuring that critical infrastructure and data systems remain under local control. By fostering collaboration and creating opportunities, Malaysia aims to protect its technological sovereignty.
The MTP 2026 event, themed 'Technology Beyond Boundaries Advancing Malaysia's Technology Frontier,' brought together key ecosystem players, including investors, venture capitalists, industry leaders, and researchers, to explore opportunities in commercialisation, investment, and cross-sector collaboration. This year's event offered an immersive experience within the MIMOS ecosystem, showcasing how homegrown deep-tech innovations are developed and brought to market.