Bridging East and West: How Malaysia can seize the AI and climate initiative


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  • Wednesday, 22 Jan 2025

BUILDING upon the vision outlined in my previous editorial Active neutrality in the pursuit of AI innovation, Malaysia has the potential and unique opportune moment to establish itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and climate innovation.

This opportunity arises from Malaysia’s strategic position between the United States and China, its expanding digital infrastructure, and its established financial and manufacturing expertise.

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