KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 13 — Malaysia has reaffirmed its ambition to become a leading regional cloud and digital hub by 2030 with the launch of the National Cloud Computing Policy (NCCP), a pivotal step in the development of the country’s digital ecosystem, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo.
He said the NCCP directly supports the objectives of MyDigital and the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint by unlocking real economic potential, apart from providing a clear direction for the country’s digital transformation journey.
Citing a recent Asian Development Bank Institute and AWS study, Gobind said it was projected that even a 1 per cent increase in cloud adoption could contribute up to a remarkable RM10.5 billion to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP).
“Looking ahead, by accelerating our cloud strategy from 2024 to 2028, we could unlock a staggering RM110 billion in additional economic value. Our commitment has attracted world-class partners and unprecedented investments.
“We are witnessing billions of ringgit being channelled into our digital infrastructure, with global tech players establishing new cloud regions and data centres right here in Malaysia,” he said during the launch of the NCCP at the Asean AI Malaysia Summit 2025 today.
According to Gobind, the NCCP upholds five core pillars to strengthen the adoption of cloud in Malaysia, specifically to guide the public and private sectors; data protection and privacy; digital inclusivity as well as environmental sustainability.
“The NCCP embodies a whole-of-nation approach. It reflects our belief that true digital transformation must be inclusive, reaching across sectors, institutions, and communities.
“Beyond serving as a guiding document, the NCCP functions as a national action plan to ensure Malaysia remains competitive in the fast-evolving global digital economy — it establishes the foundation for strategic, well-managed, and high-impact adoption of cloud technology,” Gobind said.
Meanwhile, according to the Digital Ministry, the implementation of the NCCP will support the transition of both the public and private sectors towards more efficient digitalisation, while enhancing the capacity of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to compete in the digital economy.
As a dynamic policy, the NCCP is designed with the flexibility to adapt to technological changes and emerging challenges in the global cloud computing landscape, the ministry said.
