PETALING JAYA: Cybersecurity threats are prevalent in today's digital age and everyone, including the government, the private sector and the public, has a role to play to ensure a safer digital space, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibahim.
The Prime Minister's senior press secretary Tunku Nashrul Abaidah said Anwar chaired the first National Cybersecurity Meeting on Tuesday (March 11).
"The dynamics of cyberthreats are high, in line with the interdependence of various aspects of life, requiring a comprehensive cybersecurity ecosystem and infrastructure.
"The government, the private sector and the people have their respective roles to ensure Malaysia is resilient in facing cybersecurity challenges," he said in a briefing posted on Anwar's Facebook account on Tuesday.
Tunku Nashrul said the meeting discussed the current cybersecurity situation in the country, which saw a reduction of cybersecurity incidents from 2023 to 2024.
He said the meeting also discussed the status of the Cyber Security Act 2024 (Act 854), which will be strengthened through the appointment of a national critical information infrastructure (NCII) chief and a cybersecurity expert.
Tunku Nashrul also said a "Cyber Games" would be organised as well as an Asean-level conference on cybercrime jointly organised by the National Cyber Security Agency (Nacsa), the Council of Europe and Interpol in May 2025.
"The government calls on local parties with expertise in cybersecurity to collaborate with the government so that the ecosystem can be improved more comprehensively using Malaysian expertise," he said.
Tunku Nashrul also said Anwar welcomed traditional religious groups to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) on Tuesday morning.
"The Prime Minister welcomed a group of 'pondok' and 'madrasahs' from Kelantan to the PMO.
"The Prime Minister, during the visit, exchanged views on various topics on the development of Islamic issues and the development of Muslims.
"He stressed the importance of strengthening Islamic policies, especially in education, as well as several government efforts to build the internal strength of Muslims," Tunku Nashrul said.
"In this discussion, they agreed they would reach a consensus, particularly in regards to differences in Islamic issues rather than exaggerating differences.
"The Prime Minister also highlighted the development of good and close communication and cooperation with the Kelantan Mentri Besar," said Tunku Nashrul.
