KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia is showcasing the country’s digital and telecommunication innovations at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona, Spain, and how these initiatives can drive international partnerships and technological collaboration in the Asean region.
The Malaysia Pavilion at the MWC was launched today by Communications Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa, and is a collaborative effort between the ministry, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and industry leaders.
MCMC in a statement said the industry leaders included Digital National Bhd (DNB), CelcomDigi, Maxis, Telekom Malaysia, U Mobile, YTL, Edotco and MEASAT.
“The Pavilion highlights Malaysia’s technological advancements, demonstrating the nation’s role in driving progress through 5G deployment, digital infrastructure, and collaborative innovation in the Asean region.
“Malaysia is committed to building a digital ecosystem that benefits both Malaysians and our regional partners. The Malaysia Pavilion at MWC 2025 is a testament to our progress and our vision for a connected, innovative, and sustainable future,” MCMC said, citing Mohamad Fauzi who made these remarks at the pavilion’s opening ceremony today.
Among the initiatives features is National Digital Infrastructure Plan (Jendela), which MCMC said has exceeded expectations by providing high-speed internet access to over 9.03 million premises, surpassing the original target of 9 million by 2025.
Another key feature is the pioneering 6-Way Multi-Operator Core Network (MOCN), a first-of-its-kind initiative in Asean that enhances connectivity through shared infrastructure among mobile network operators.
“By showcasing our achievements at MWC 2025, Malaysia is demonstrating that we are not only keeping pace with global advancements but also contributing valuable innovations that drive economic growth and societal progress,” added Mohamad Fauzi.
The Malaysia Pavilion also showcases other content demonstrating the applications of Malaysia’s technological advancements across healthcare, education, broadcasting, manufacturing, smart city, and AI.
One of this is the MCMC Nexus, an advanced analytics tool, which enables network performance and supporting smarter urban planning.
Also on how is how Malaysia uses 5G technology and digital solutions to drive advancements across multiple sectors, emphasising Malaysia’s collaborative approach to regional innovation.
“Malaysia’s participation at MWC 2025 emphasises the nation’s readiness to collaborate with global partners and create new opportunities for growth. The Pavilion provides a platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to connect, exchange ideas, and explore collaborations,” MCMC said.
MWC 2025, which began yesterday and concludes on March 6, draws technology leaders from around the world to explore the future of digital connectivity and share groundbreaking advancements. – March 4, 2025