Malaysia Affirms Commitment To Strengthen Regional Cooperation, Enhance Digital Ecosystem - MOSTI
PUTRAJAYA, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) has affirmed Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with fellow ASEAN members on policy coordination and reinforcing the regional digital ecosystem.
In a statement today, MOSTI said its Minister, Chang Lih Kang, conveyed this position during his working visit to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, for the three-day Autumn Economic Forum 2025 beginning Nov 25.
"Malaysia’s participation reflects ongoing science and technology diplomacy with Vietnam, as well as Malaysia’s commitment as ASEAN Chair 2025 to advancing regional connectivity and innovation," the statement read.
MOSTI added that Chang represented Malaysia at the Youth Inspirational Talks: AI Generation NOW session on Nov 25, delivering an address titled “AI for Regional Innovation and Connectivity.”
He highlighted Malaysia’s efforts under the National Artificial Intelligence Roadmap 2021–2025 to cultivate AI talent, promote ethical digital governance and harness the potential of ASEAN’s youth-driven population.
Chang also delivered a keynote address titled "Advancing Inclusive Digital Transformation," outlining Malaysia’s comprehensive approach to digital transformation, which spans governance, ethical AI adoption, talent development and inclusive economic innovation.
According to the statement, the Minister also held a bilateral meeting with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, during which they discussed cooperation in science, technology, and innovation, food security, and halal certification, as well as a proposal to establish a joint database.
Additionally, Chang reiterated Malaysia’s willingness to deepen this collaboration and also extended condolences to Vietnam in the wake of recent flooding disasters.
During a luncheon session with Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Bùi Thanh Sơn, Chang delivered a speech titled "Malaysia’s Path Toward a Hydrogen-Powered Economy," detailing the country’s strategy to develop a hydrogen economy through innovation and global cooperation for a greener, more sustainable energy future.
-- BERNAMA
