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The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Conference hopes to set direction for regional AI advancement
Digital Ministry secretary-general Fabian Bigar KUALA LUMPUR: The Asean Artificial Intelligence Malaysia Summit (AAIMS) 2025 will provide input for the National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Plan 2030 in an effort to achieve Malaysia's ambition to become a leader in AI and digital technology in South-East Asia. Digital Ministry secretary-general Fabian Bigar said AAIMS 2025, scheduled to be held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 12 and 13. The summit will feature the theme Human Centred AI, is the first regional AI conference for Asean. 'We haven't had an AI conference like this before, so we want to see it continue because it's not just a conference where we showcase technology, but is also a platform for discussion among ministers, sharing information and knowledge from industry and academia. 'In line with the theme of human-centred AI for a better tomorrow, it will highlight the benefits of AI for people and reduce the negative effects of AI,' he said during the a programme titled 'AAIMS: AI Driving Asean's Digital Economy' on Bernama TV recently. He said the conference would be attended by more than 1,500 delegates including Asean secretary-general Kao Kim Hourn. According to Fabian, among Malaysia's objectives in hosting AAIMS 2025 is to lead the AI transformation in Asean, as well as strengthen regional cooperation to advance the AI framework through the Asean AI framework and create an Asean AI Safety Network. 'We have plans to attract strategic investments so we also want to give confidence to foreign investors that Malaysia is ready to become a regional AI hub. We will also promote comprehensive AI development programmes,' he said. He said that in the face of geopolitical turmoil between the world's two superpowers, Malaysia and Asean have an opportunity to create a third path in AI. 'There is an urgent need because of these geopolitical problems for us in Asean to work together regionally to face the challenges of AI,' he said. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said, through the tabling of the 13th Malaysia Plan earlier this month, the country has set a clear direction to lead South-East Asia's growth in the AI, digital technology and renewable energy industries. He said the National AI Action Plan 2030 would drive local talent development, research and technology commercialisation to support the widespread adoption of AI. In addition, Anwar said the coverage of the country's 5G networks is targeted to achieve 98% in populated, industrial, and rural areas by 2030. He added that this is hoped to produce at least 5,000 digital entrepreneurs. — Bernama
Malaysiakini
4 days ago
- Business
- Malaysiakini
Input from Asean AI Summit to spur M'sia's ambition to be key leader
The Asean AI Malaysia Summit (AAIMS) 2025 will be an input to the National AI Action Plan 2030 for Malaysia to achieve its ambition to become a leader in AI and digital technology in Southeast Asia. Digital Ministry secretary-general Fabian Bigar said AAIMS 2025, scheduled to be held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (Mitec), Kuala Lumpur from Aug 12-13 with the theme Human Centred AI, is the first AI conference for Asean.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia's AAIMS 2025 to shape National AI Action Plan 2030
KUALA LUMPUR: The ASEAN AI Malaysia Summit (AAIMS) 2025 will contribute to the National AI Action Plan 2030, reinforcing Malaysia's ambition to dominate AI and digital innovation in Southeast Asia. Digital Ministry secretary-general Fabian Bigar confirmed AAIMS 2025 as the first AI-focused conference for ASEAN. The event will take place at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) from August 12 to 13 under the theme Human Centered AI. Fabian emphasised that the summit is more than a technology showcase, serving as a platform for ministerial discussions and knowledge exchange. 'In line with the theme of human-centered AI for a better tomorrow, it will highlight the benefits of AI for humans and reduce the negative effects of AI on humans,' he said during a Bernama TV programme. Over 1,500 delegates, including ASEAN secretary-general Dr Kao Kim Hourn, are expected to attend. Fabian outlined Malaysia's goals, including leading AI transformation in ASEAN and strengthening regional collaboration. 'We have plans to attract strategic investments so we also want to give confidence to foreign investors that Malaysia is ready to make Malaysia a regional AI hub,' he added. He highlighted the opportunity for ASEAN to forge a third path in AI amid global geopolitical tensions. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim recently affirmed Malaysia's commitment to leading Southeast Asia in AI and digital technology. The National AI Action Plan 2030 will focus on talent development, research, and commercialising AI technology. Anwar also set a target of 98 per cent 5G coverage in populated and industrial areas by 2030. The plan aims to cultivate at least 5,000 digital entrepreneurs to bolster Malaysia's digital economy. - Bernama
