economy blueprint

The govt should use the "new oil" - data - as an economic driver as it provides the necessary fuel for emerging technologies, Rashaad said.

Tengku Zafrul noted that the Digital Economy Blueprint, or MyDIGITAL, is critical in driving the business sector to compete in the global arena.

Efforts are underway to strengthen the strategic levers of the nation in moving towards the Reform stage and this includes the new approach adopted by the Ministry of Finance.

The country will soon be going through the recovery phase, let's make it easier to bounce back by removing unnecessary regulatory hindrances.

This policy supports the country's development policies such as Shared Prosperity Vision 2030 (SPV 2030) and five-year Malaysia Plans.

Mustapa said the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint will pave the way for the country to ensure that the people would be digital-ready.

A country with a greater talent pool alongside rapid technological advancements would gain a competitive advantage in wooing foreign direct investment.

The COVID-19 pandemic had increased awareness of the need to expedite the application of digital technology.

Mohd Uzir said businesses should not look at the vaccines as a solution and they should continuously adapt to the new norms.

Malaysia needs very stable Internet infrastructure that's robust and reliable for the continued growth of the digital economy.

Malaysia is slated to become a regional market producer for digital products and digital solutions provider by 2030.

MyDIGITAL sets out the consolidated initiatives and targeted outcomes, to be delivered through six strategic thrusts.

Among other things, the initiative aims to enhance digital literacy, social wellbeing and environmental sustainability.

Imri Mokhtar said such public and private collaboration will propel the country towards a full-fledged Digital Malaysia by 2030.

Mustapa emphasised that the country is still facing some challenges that need to be addressed immediately to reduce the digital gap.

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