IPOH: In another move to help Malaysians face the digital era, the Communications and Multimedia Ministry today launched the Kembara Digital Malaysia (KDM) Programme showcasing the various advantages of communications technology and digital services to the people and the country.
In his speech at the launching of the initiative here today, its minister Gobind Singh Deo stressed that his ministry was keenly aware of the need to improve the telecommunications infrastructure to ensure that Malaysia is able to provide the people, business and industry players connectivity globally.
He cited the World Economic Forum findings to make his case as to why Malaysia should continue to strive for greater broadband penetration.
“The World Economic Forum Report stated that a 10 per cent increase in a developing nation’s broadband penetration contributed 1.38 per cent to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) or RM18 billion in the Malaysian context,” said Gobind.
In providing broadband telecommunications for Malaysians, the minister drew attention that it was not only targeted at urban areas but also for people living in the outskirts. – Bernama
