Kuala lumpur: Malaysia needs to move faster in strengthening local technological capabilities to ensure its digital infrastructure remains secure and resilient, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. In a Facebook post, he emphasized the importance of this step amid the rapid pace of technological development, which demands readiness to face an increasingly complex and challenging cyber threat landscape.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ahmad Zahid highlighted that the rapid advancement of technology, including next-generation artificial intelligence, requires Malaysia to enhance its local technological capabilities, safeguard data, and ensure its digital infrastructure remains secure and resilient. He made these remarks after attending the National Cyber Security Committee meeting chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, where strategies to address this challenge were discussed.

Ahmad Zahid, also serving as Rural and Regional Development Minister, stated that the government is committed to strengthening the country's cybersecurity ecosystem to maintain Malaysia's competitiveness and reliability in the digital era. He noted that cybersecurity is no longer just a technology issue but also involves national security, public confidence, and the future of Malaysia's digital economy. He stressed the need for constant readiness to face emerging challenges.