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Sarawak digital and technological development

Overview

The Sarawak government is advancing a digital transformation strategy through the implementation of an AI Action Plan and the development of SelectSarawak, an integrated digital platform intended to improve investment transparency and efficiency. Key technological initiatives include the Sarawak AI Grid, which aims to extend technological benefits to rural areas by 2030, and the establishment of a Quantum-Safe Centre in collaboration with IBM to protect critical infrastructure.

To sustain this high-tech ecosystem, the state is prioritizing STEM education and digital learning. The government plans to allocate approximately RM16 million in 2027 for interactive smartboards in over 1,400 schools. These educational policies, specifically the Free Higher Education Scheme, have reportedly attracted interest from SoftBank Group Corp. CEO Masayoshi Son, who identified the state’s focus on developing a skilled human capital base as a primary driver for high-tech investment.

Entities

Sarawak · Masayoshi Son · IBM · SoftBank Group Corp · Abang Johari Tun Openg

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Sarawak prioritizes STEM and free education to attract high-tech investment

    Sarawak is strengthening STEM education and digital learning to support high-tech industries, a move that has reportedly attracted interest from SoftBank Group Corp.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Sarawak implements AI action plan and digital investment platform

    Sarawak is launching the SelectSarawak digital platform and an AI Action Plan to boost investment efficiency and extend technological benefits to rural areas by 2030.

Sources

sarawakdaily.com · tvsarawak.my · utusan.com.my · yadim.com.my