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The Star
an hour ago
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- The Star
Move to streamline 12 million addresses nationwide
Addressing issues: Fahmi (right) and his deputy Teo Nie Ching at the Malaysia Address Conference in Kuala them are Principal Assistant State Secretary Maznah Mahat (left). — SAMUEL ONG/The Star KUALA LUMPUR: A unified National Address System (NAS) that will streamline more than 12 million addresses nationwide is set to be rolled out soon, a move aimed at tackling long-standing issues of inaccurate and inconsistent address data across the public and private sectors. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the significant reform, mooted by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, would resolve the widespread discrepancies in address information used by various agencies and organisations. 'The core focus of the NAS is to ensure that every address in Malaysia is identifiable and traceable through accurate means,' Fahmi said after launching the Malaysia Address Conference 2025 yesterday. He explained that the NAS will serve as a centralised and standardised database for both government agencies and businesses, enabling more efficient coordination, faster deliveries, and improved emergency response times. Currently, various agencies and businesses rely on different address databases, which often leads to inefficiencies and inaccuracies, he said. Fahmi added that the reform is projected to generate RM2bil in economic spillover and create more than 2,000 jobs over the next five years, particularly in sectors related to address management, based on analysis by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission. The system, he said, would not only improve day-to-day operations but also prove critical during disasters such as floods, where precise location data is vital for identifying affected areas. While centralising addresses may appear mundane, Fahmi stressed that the implications are far-reaching. 'When I first took office, I didn't think this was a pressing issue. But after multiple discussions, I discovered just how fragmented our address systems are. A single person or entity might have different addresses. 'Every address should belong to its rightful owner. The many agencies out there do not have standardised information, and this has led to significant issues in daily dealings, such as delays or failed deliveries,' he said. The government has spent about RM700mil to date on geospatial and navigation services to obtain location information outsourced from third parties.
BusinessToday
15 hours ago
- Business
- BusinessToday
Fahmi: Malaysia's National Address System To Unlock RM2 Billion Economic Potential
The National Address System (NAS), currently being developed by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, is poised to generate RM2 billion in economic spillover and create over 2,000 new jobs within five years, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said. Speaking at the National Address Conference 2025, Fahmi highlighted NAS as a critical infrastructure initiative that will standardise, centralise and verify Malaysia's approximately 12 million address records, many of which are currently inconsistent and fragmented across agencies. 'With accurate and geocoded addresses, sectors like e-commerce, logistics and emergency services will experience faster response times, fewer delivery errors and improved operational efficiency,' he said. He shared that NAS will assign unique location identifiers to every address, enabling seamless integration across public and private sectors. Fahmi noted that the system is expected to improve everything from disaster response to utility planning, while driving digital transformation under the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint and National 4IR Policy. 'NAS is more than a tech upgrade, it's a socioeconomic catalyst that enhances productivity, supports job creation and strengthens Malaysia's competitiveness,' he added. Identified as a 'Needle Mover' in Malaysia's digital transformation agenda, Fahmi emphasised that NAS is a cornerstone of the government's vision to elevate the nation into a high-income, digitally driven economy. Related
The Sun
16 hours ago
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- The Sun
National Address System to boost economy with RM2 billion and 2,000 jobs
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Address System (NAS) has the potential to generate RM2 billion in economic benefits and create over 2,000 jobs within five years, according to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Speaking at the National Address Conference 2025, Fahmi explained that NAS, developed by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), aims to standardise and verify addresses nationwide. This will help government agencies, businesses, and emergency services operate more efficiently. 'Although Malaysia has around 12 million addresses, no single entity has complete and standardised data. NAS will ensure accuracy and consistency, benefiting sectors like e-commerce, logistics, and emergency response,' he said. Fahmi highlighted that NAS will assign unique geocodes to each address, improving delivery services and reducing misdeliveries. In emergencies, rescue teams will locate victims faster, enhancing public safety. 'NAS is not just about solving current issues—it will also boost productivity, create jobs, and strengthen Malaysia's digital competitiveness,' he added. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching and Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa were also present at the event. Fahmi noted that NAS aligns with the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint and the National 4IR Policy, supporting the government's goal of transforming Malaysia into a high-income digital nation. The lack of centralised address data has caused problems such as delayed shipments, slow emergency responses, and difficulties in infrastructure planning. NAS aims to resolve these challenges by providing a unified system for all stakeholders. - Bernama
Barnama
17 hours ago
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- Barnama
NAS Has Potential To Generate RM2 Bln, Create 2,000 Jobs
KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 (Bernama) -- The National Address System (NAS) has the potential to generate RM2 billion in economic spillover and create over 2,000 new job opportunities within five years, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the focus of NAS, which is being developed by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), is to ensure that every address in the country can be identified and verified using accurate standards, and can be utilised by various agencies, services and businesses. Although Malaysia is estimated to have around 12 million addresses, no single entity has comprehensive coverage. Most agencies that store address data have information that is non-standardised, unverified and decentralised, he said. Speaking when opening the National Address Conference 2025 today, he said the implementation of NAS is expected to bring tangible benefits to Malaysians, adding that in cases of floods or fires, rescue teams will be able to locate victims more quickly and accurately. 'NAS can strengthen location-based sectors such as e-commerce, logistics and courier services. With precise addresses and coordinates for each destination, deliveries can be made more quickly and efficiently, while reducing the risk of misdeliveries. 'NAS is not only aimed at solving current challenges, but is also expected to bring significant socioeconomic spillover effects, including increased productivity, job creation and enhanced national competitiveness,' he said. Also present were his deputy, Teo Nie Ching, and Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa. He said NAS is an authoritative, standardised and centralised system that compiles address data in a uniform manner based on Malaysian Standards Department guidelines. Each address will be geocoded and assigned a unique location identifier to ensure consistency, accuracy and interoperability. 'Government agencies and departments can reduce duplication issues and improve address verification, allowing for more accurate service delivery to the public. Although the current estimate is 12 million addresses, this number is expected to grow over time,' he said. He added that the lack of centralised and comprehensive address data hinders the country's progress toward becoming a digitally competitive nation.
The Star
18 hours ago
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- The Star
National Address System will boost economy and employment, says Fahmi
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Address System (NAS) initiative, which will centralise and streamline more than 12 million addresses nationwide, is expected to generate an economic spillover of RM2bil and create more than 2,000 job opportunities over the next five years. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said this was indicated in an analysis by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) involving sectors related to addressing activities. He said complicated and inconsistent addresses will soon be a thing of the past when the addressing system, the brainchild of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, is rolled out. ALSO READ: Malaysia aims to launch National Address System in 2026, experts urge tech use to bridge gaps "The core focus of the NAS is to ensure that every address in Malaysia is identifiable and traceable through accurate means. "The system is built to be utilised by various government agencies and businesses, improving coordination, delivery and response times across the board," he said after launching the National Address Conference 2025 here on Thursday (July 17). Fahmi said it was a significant reform in national address management, as various agencies and business entities operate using different address databases, which may lead to inefficiencies and inaccuracies. He said the NAS will eliminate these inconsistencies and enable accurate and integrated service delivery across all sectors. "This unified and centralised database of an initial 12 million addresses will benefit all government agencies and business entities, and is expected to grow in numbers with new developments. "As such, local councils play a crucial role as they are closest to the public and are directly involved in the oversight of planning and development in their respective areas," he said. A foreign company has been commissioned to build the NAS at a total cost of RM700mil.
