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Barnama
16 hours ago
- Business
- Barnama
13MP: Communications Ministry To Brief MADANI Community, NADI Managers Tonight
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Less than 12 hours after the tabling of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), the Communications Ministry will hold a briefing session tonight for the MADANI Community and National Information Dissemination Centre (NADI) managers to explain the plan's implementation to grassroots policy drivers. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the online session will involve 1,878 MADANI Communities and 1,099 NADI managers nationwide. He said the session is important to ensure that the efforts and initiatives of the MADANI Government are understood and widely disseminated to the public. 'We believe that by supporting the MADANI Community and NADI managers in spreading the government's efforts and intentions, the people will ultimately benefit. We expect more than 3,000 people to tune in to the briefing,' he said at a press conference after Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim presented the 13MP in the Dewan Rakyat today. Fahmi, who is also the MADANI Government spokesman, said the 13MP, themed "Melakar Semula Pembangunan" (Redesigning Development), reflects the ideals of the MADANI Government under the MADANI Economy framework for the 2026–2030 period. 'We take into account and understand the various opportunities presented by megatrends as well as existing domestic challenges. The 13MP aims to address all dimensions, including economic sustainability, people's well-being, environmental conservation and the strengthening of governance,' he said. He added that the 13MP also focuses on advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), with hopes of positioning Malaysia among the world's leading AI-driven nations within the next five years. Fahmi said the Communications Ministry will focus on developing the creative economy ecosystem and strengthening digital infrastructure through MyCreative Ventures and the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS), particularly in the animation industry. 'I'm glad to highlight efforts to strengthen the creative or 'orange' economy ecosystem, where we hope several initiatives will enhance competitiveness through the production of high commercial-value works for both domestic and international audiences,' he said.
New Straits Times
17 hours ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Fahmi: Ministry to brief 3,000 people online on 13MP initiatives
KUALA LUMPUR: The Communications Ministry will hold a nationwide online briefing session tonight for over 3,000 participants to explain the government's initiatives under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the session would involve 1,878 members of the Madani community and 1,099 managers of the National Information Dissemination Centres (NADI). "The aim is to ensure the government's efforts under the Madani administration, through 13MP, are clearly understood by grassroots movers on the ground. "We believe that when we empower the Madani community and NADI managers to disseminate the government's goals and initiatives, the people will ultimately benefit," he told a press conference today. Fahmi said the briefing would use simple language to ensure clarity and inclusiveness among participants. He added that the ministry would continue its outreach efforts in the lead-up to the tabling of the 13MP next year to foster greater understanding and support for national development plans. Meanwhile, Fahmi said one of the targets under the 13MP was to expand Internet access nationwide and make it more affordable for the people. He said the government was committed to ensuring that the Internet is safer, especially for children and families. Fahmi said the government aimed to roll out a national digital ID system for individuals and businesses to enable secure access to global payments and improve digital marketability. "This follows feedback from various stakeholders, including civil society and non-governmental organisations, which have raised concerns about the misuse of the Internet, especially in social media, to exploit children," he said. Fahmi added that the 13MP would also support Malaysia's ambition to become a global leader in artificial intelligence while boosting the country's creative economy.
Barnama
2 days ago
- Health
- Barnama
Telemedicine, E-health Services Set To Roll Out In Rural Sabah, Sarawak By Year-end
PUTRAJAYA, July 30 (Bernama) -- Telemedicine and e-health services are set to be introduced in selected rural areas of Sabah and Sarawak by the end of this year, according to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil He said the Ministry of Communications is working closely with the Ministry of Health (MOH) to develop a system for delivering medication via drone from rural health clinics to the nearest National Information Dissemination Centres (NADI), aimed at improving access to basic screening and treatment services in remote communities. 'At present, there are 1,099 NADI centres operating nationwide, with Sarawak having the highest number at 156, followed by Sabah with 131.
Borneo Post
24-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Sabah first to implement NADI Ambassador to boost digital literacy
Fahmi (seated centre) with UMS students at the Sabah NADI Ambassador programme. Kasim is seated second right and Mohamad Fauzi is seated second left. -Bernama photo KOTA KINABALU (July 24): Sabah has become the first state selected to implement the NADI Ambassador programme, aimed at promoting the benefits of the National Information Dissemination Centre (NADI) Smart Services and advancing digital literacy, particularly among rural communities. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said 50 volunteers, comprising students from Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), were selected to participate in the programme, which is being introduced for the first time by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), in collaboration with UMS and the Yayasan Sukarelawan Siswa. He said that the NADI ambassadors will also assist MCMC in raising public awareness on cyber safety through the Safe Internet Campaign, by engaging with residents' associations and school students in their respective areas, to promote responsible and ethical internet use. 'Sabah was chosen, among other reasons, because during the Covid-19 pandemic, it was one of the states which faced significant internet infrastructure challenges. We have been working hard to address these issues, whether through the installation of towers, substations, or expanding campus WiFi coverage,' said Fahmi. 'Therefore, it is fitting for us to continue our efforts by strengthening digital literacy through the NADI Ambassador programme,' he told reporters, after officiating the Sabah NADI Ambassador programme at UMS today. Also present at the event were secretary-general of the Ministry of Communications, Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa; UMS vice-chancellor, Prof Datuk Dr Kasim Mansor; and MCMC managing director, Abdul Karim Fakir Ali. Fahmi said that there are currently 131 NADI centres across Sabah, and the selected ambassadors will undergo a two-day training session to support digital literacy efforts, and help extend the benefits of these centres to the wider community. He added that the student volunteers from UMS were drawn from various academic disciplines, with the selection process jointly carried out by MCMC and the university. Fahmi also expressed hope that the participation of UMS students in the programme would serve as a platform for them to provide input and suggestions for improving telecommunications services in Sabah. He said that the NADI Ambassador initiative will eventually be expanded to universities nationwide, in collaboration with student representative councils. Meanwhile, the MCMC, in a statement, announced that selected volunteers who successfully passed the screening process will undergo a two-day Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop, beginning tomorrow, at UMS. During the workshop, participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of volunteerism, the objectives and functions of the NADI, NADI Smart Services modules, and the key components of the Safe Internet Campaign. Upon completion, they will be appointed as NADI Ambassadors, tasked with delivering briefings to local communities, including primary and secondary school students, parents, teachers, and entrepreneurs, who participate in various programmes at NADI centres. 'This approach is designed to encourage widespread community involvement across all age groups and backgrounds, fostering a better understanding of NADI's role, and helping the public make full use of the services available. MCMC added that 25 NADI centres have been identified and matched with the hometowns of the 50 selected UMS student volunteers, to ensure that the programme remains community-oriented and responsive to local needs. Also present were UMS Vice Chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Kasim Mansor and secretary general of the Communications Ministry, Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa.
The Sun
24-07-2025
- General
- The Sun
Sabah launches NADI Ambassador programme to boost digital literacy
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah has become the first state to roll out the NADI Ambassador programme, a collaborative effort by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), and Yayasan Sukarelawan Siswa. The initiative aims to promote digital literacy and the benefits of National Information Dissemination Centre (NADI) Smart Services, particularly in rural areas. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil highlighted that 50 UMS student volunteers were selected to participate in the programme. These ambassadors will also support MCMC's Safe Internet Campaign by educating communities on responsible internet use. 'Sabah was chosen due to its past internet infrastructure challenges during the pandemic. We have been addressing these issues through tower installations and WiFi expansions. Now, we are reinforcing digital literacy through this programme,' Fahmi said during the launch at UMS. The NADI Ambassador initiative includes a two-day training session covering volunteerism fundamentals, NADI Smart Services, and cyber safety awareness. Upon completion, ambassadors will conduct briefings for schools, parents, and local entrepreneurs at 131 NADI centres across Sabah. MCMC stated that 25 NADI centres have been matched with the hometowns of the volunteers to ensure localised outreach. The programme is set to expand to other universities nationwide in collaboration with student councils. - Bernama
