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Al-Ishsal says a National Digital ID could help reduce the cost of access to services. — AZHAR MAHFOF/The Star

In 2020, ask yourself if you are ready for a government-issued digital ID? The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) announced that it commenced a 30-week study on Nov 21, 2019, with the goal of establishing a user-centric National Digital Identity framework for Malaysian citizens.

The result of the study, expected to be ready by June 30, will help the National Digital Task Force recommend a suitable implementation model.

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