THE government is mulling the implementation of the National Data Repository (NDR) or National Data Bank by 2026 to enhance data integration and improve public service delivery, says Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong.
The Deputy Digital Minister told the Dewan Rakyat that several key steps were being taken, including a comprehensive study to assess current ecosystem needs, establishing national-level data management policies, standardising data storage formats across agencies and identifying infrastructure and workforce requirements.
“The main purpose of the National Data Bank is to collect and store various high-quality datasets from all ministries and government sectors.
“With this data hub, the government can use information more efficiently for decision-making, policy planning and enhancing the quality of services provided to the public,” he told Datuk Ku Abd Rahman Ku Ismail (PN-Kubang Pasu) during Question Time.
Ku Abd Rahman had asked the Digital Ministry to state how long it would take to develop the National Data Bank and when it would be fully operational.
He also asked the ministry to outline the protocols that will be implemented to ensure data quality, security, privacy and interoperability.
To ensure secure integration, Wilson said only verified data consented to by users and respective agencies would be used, adding that this would strengthen public trust in the government’s data-sharing initiatives.
