Malaysia to have National Cloud Policy focused on four core areas

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that the government is in the midst of formulating the National Cloud Policy.

The policy would focus on four core areas.

“First, the Madani government will boost public service innovation and efficiency. By leveraging cloud technology, we aim to modernise government operations, foster citizen engagement, and streamline the delivery of public services.

“Second, we seek to promote economic competitiveness and growth, fuel economic expansion by enabling businesses – especially SMEs and startups – to harness cloud technology for innovation, operational efficiency, and access to global markets.

“Third, we are committed to strengthening user trust and data security. The Government will establish robust security frameworks and protocols to protect sensitive data and critical infrastructure in both public and private cloud environments.

“Fourth and final, we will empower citizens through digital inclusivity. Our approach will be citizen-centric and inclusive, utilising cloud technology to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of digital-first public services.”

He announced this while officiating Google’s Mantap Malaysia Bersama AI event this morning.