KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is on track to secure over RM169.2bil in artificial intelligence (AI) and data centre (DC) investments by 2030, according to new research from global talent solutions partner Robert Walters.
In a statement yesterday, the talent firm said driven by major hyperscalers and global technology companies, this capital is set to position Malaysia as South-East Asia’s leading AI data centre hub, expanding the country’s role in high-value offshoring.
“This investment will fuel a surge in demand across the offshoring sector, with hiring for cloud and DC operations, cloud engineering, data science and analytics, and cybersecurity expected to rise sharply between 2025 and 2027,” the global talent solutions partner highlighted.
Robert Walters market intelligence head Phill Brown said the latest research underscores Malaysia’s rapidly evolving role as a strategic offshoring location.
Robert Walters chief executive officer for outsourcing David Barr said the findings reflect a significant shift in the global offshoring landscape. — Bernama
