PM: Malaysia capable of achieving 100% digital inclusivity

Ismail Sabri said through the development strategy for the next five years under the 12th Malaysia Plan, the focus on strengthening growth enablers would continue to be given priority, especially in the technology and innovation sectors. — Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has the capacity and capability to achieve 100% digital inclusivity, especially among the vulnerable communities, in its effort to bridge the digital divide, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said.

He said efficient and effective utilisation of technologies could drive the nation’s economic growth by leveraging on public-private partnership projects, which would in turn reduce the government’s expenditure, improve delivery of public facilities and services, as well as encourage innovation and economies of scale.