Kuala lumpur: Malaysia has secured RM2.97 billion in confirmed digital investments from leading Chinese technology players, paving the way for the creation of over 6,800 high-value digital jobs nationwide, said Digital Minister, Gobind Singh Deo. He stated that this development was the result of a recent high-level mission to China led by him, reaffirming Malaysia’s position as a regional leader in digital transformation and innovation.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the mission was conducted in conjunction with the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2025 in Shanghai. The event yielded concrete outcomes and strategic advancements that are set to accelerate Malaysia’s transition into a digitally driven, high-income economy. Companies such as Baidu (via Wisetech), Tsing Digital, iSoftStone, Inspur Group, China Mobile International, and China Unicom have pledged their support for Malaysia’s digital aspirations, bringing advanced technologies and expertise to strengthen the nation’s tech ecosystem.
Gobind mentioned that the mission demonstrated the strength and momentum of the Malaysia Digital (MD) initiative, which continues to attract high-quality investments aligned with national development priorities. He highlighted that through MD Status recognitions and strategic partnerships, Malaysia is enhancing its global digital competitiveness while creating new opportunities in regions like Selangor, Johor, and Perak.
Gobind has urged Chinese companies to establish more innovation centers in Malaysia, emphasizing the country’s ambition to become a hub for digital innovation in ASEAN. He pointed out the importance of building technology-based ecosystems such as autonomous mobility platforms and a national command center, which will serve as key enablers of smart city development and advanced digital governance.
The minister also discussed the growing significance of artificial intelligence (AI) agents, which are intelligent systems capable of autonomous decision-making and task execution. These systems are transforming public services and industries, but their success depends on public confidence in their safety, ethics, and alignment with societal values. He announced Malaysia’s plan to launch the ASEAN AI Safety Network during its ASEAN chairmanship this year to harmonize governance frameworks across the region.
Gobind noted the importance of the age of intelligence, where AI agents will play critical roles, and emphasized the need for these systems to align with societal values. To support responsible AI deployment, he proposed developing AI certification frameworks to ensure that emerging technologies reflect national priorities, cultural context, and ethical safeguards.