Fahmi: New cybersecurity and data policies to make Malaysia the digital hub of Asia


Fahmi also touched on the need for collaboration with other countries in the development of data-sharing protocols, which would complement both Malaysia's and the region's digital economic systems. — Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is developing improved policies and laws in regard to data and cybersecurity in an effort to make Malaysia the digital hub of Asia, according to Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil.

This will include amending the Personal Data Protection Act 2010, along with an evaluation of the Omnibus Bill, with the goal of making the country’s digital policies more comprehensive.

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