Kuching:The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has partnered with the Sarawak state government to develop a smart city ecosystem in Greater Kuching. This collaboration involves the Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government (MPHLG) and the Ministry of Utility and Telecommunication (MUT) as part of the Kuching Smart City and Digital Connectivity project.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the project aims to enhance digital connectivity and transform urban services within the Greater Kuching area. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was exchanged between MCMC chairman Tan Sri Mohamad Salim Fateh Din and MPHLG Permanent Secretary Datu Elizabeth Loh. The ceremony was witnessed by Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil.

Initially, the project will be rolled out in areas under the jurisdiction of Kuching North City Hall (DBKU), Kuching South City Council (MBKS), Padawan Municipal Council (MPP), and Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS). The collaboration focuses on developing AI- and data-driven smart city services, establishing an integrated city platform, and enhancing connectivity infrastructure to improve urban service delivery.

The initiative is expected to lead to improvements in traffic management, public facilities, incident response times, and overall digital experiences for residents. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil emphasized the significance of this project, estimating its value at RM550 million, and highlighted its potential to bolster Kuching's digital infrastructure.