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The Sun
16-05-2025
- The Sun
Harness AI usage to boost productivity, govt staff told
KUALA LUMPUR: Staff of Communications Ministry should harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) to boost productivity, sharpen service delivery and fight fake news, said its minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Speaking at the 2024 Communications Ministry Excellent Service Awards (APC) Ceremony for the Peninsular Zone , Fahmi said AI must be used wisely to complement – not replace – human effort and excellence. 'I acknowledge the growing challenges, especially for the ministry personnel, with the rise of AI. But it shouldn't be seen as a shortcut for plagiarism. Instead, AI should serve as a smart assistant,' he said. Fahmi shared his experience using AI tools such as Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Copilot and DeepSeek for work-related queries and decision-making. 'Just like how we use Waze or Maps to navigate, AI can help us work smarter, but it doesn't replace the need for effort and quality. 'Ministry staff are encouraged to swiftly understand and make full use of AI tools, especially now that many tasks can be simplified with AI support.' said. He also urged the Institut Penyiaran dan Penerangan Tun Abdul Razak to ramp up training efforts for civil servants in AI usage. Fahmi proposed that a record be maintained of all departments and agencies receiving such training from the institute. In the fight against misinformation, Fahmi highlighted AI's role in content verification, citing X (formerly Twitter), which now includes an AI tool Grok, that analyses posts and adds factual context when false information is detected. He noted that the government previously launched an AI-driven fact-checking chatbot called Aifa to curb fake news on WhatsApp, following a survey that revealed many Malaysians rely on the app for news updates. 'AI can be a powerful tool against misinformation, but it must be used responsibly,' he stressed. At the awards ceremony, 541, including one medal recipient, from the ministry and its peninsula-based agencies, were honoured. 'Receiving such an award should not breed complacency. It must serve as a benchmark for even better service. From here, our performance must continue to rise,' he said. Also present were Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching, its secretary-general Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa, and Bernama CEO Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin. On Asean, Fahmi said the government is actively leading high-level discussions aimed at securing outcomes that benefit not only Malaysia but the entire Asean region, as the country gears up to host the Asean Summit on May 26 and 27. He said Malaysia is leveraging its role as chair to share its experience in managing cyber and digital security, including regulatory measures applied to international tech platforms. 'Recently, we encouraged Asean nations to explore collective strategic frameworks to tackle regional challenges. One such initiative is the development of a 'toolkit' to combat online harms. 'We've seen the damage caused by scams, cyberbullying and the spread of extremist ideologies on social media here in Malaysia.' Fahmi added that Asean's varying levels of digital development make regional collaboration crucial. 'Malaysia is currently the only country to have officially succeeded in licensing an application like Telegram. 'We cannot become a truly excellent nation by only looking inward. We must understand and engage with the broader ecosystem, contributing to regional stability and shared prosperity.'
Barnama
15-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Fahmi Urges JKom, JaPen To Enhance Public Understanding On Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship
KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- The Community Communications Department (JKom) and the Information Department (JaPen) have been asked to intensify efforts to enhance public awareness and understanding about Malaysia's role as ASEAN Chair in 2025, especially in rural communities. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said continuous outreach is essential to help Malaysians understand the benefits of assuming the ASEAN Chairmanship, particularly in terms of economic spillovers. 'I call on JKom and JaPen to help more Malaysians grasp what it means to be the host (of ASEAN). For those in villages or towns with hotels, for instance, I'm sure they'll see the influx of international delegates, which is part of the economic benefits.' Fahmi said this at the ministry's 2024 Excellent Service Awards Ceremony (Peninsular Zone) at the Seri Angkasa Auditorium, Angkasapuri Media City, here today, which was also attended by Deputy Minister Teo Nie Ching and secretary-general Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa. JKom director-general Datuk Ismail Yusop and JaPen director-general Julina Johan, as well as Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) chief executive officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin, were in attendance. A total of 691 staff of the Communications Ministry and its agencies, including 63 from Bernama, received the awards during the event. Expanding on the matter, Fahmi said that beyond the upcoming ASEAN Summit on May 26-27, Malaysia will also host the ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit and the ASEAN-GCC-China Economic Summit, both are key platforms for addressing regional and global challenges. 'This matters for Malaysians, especially in light of recent developments like the United States' announcement of its tariff rates on various countries, including Malaysia and our ASEAN partners. It's a clear signal that we need to act proactively to support ASEAN member states,' he said. Fahmi also noted Malaysia's leadership on digital governance issues, pointing out the country's unique success in officially licensing the Telegram app.
The Sun
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Fahmi urges JKom, JaPeN to enhance public understanding on Malaysia's ASEAN chairmanship
KUALA LUMPUR: The Community Communications Department (JKom) and the Information Department (JaPen) have been asked to intensify efforts to enhance public awareness and understanding about Malaysia's role as ASEAN Chair in 2025, especially in rural communities. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said continuous outreach is essential to help Malaysians understand the benefits of assuming the ASEAN Chairmanship, particularly in terms of economic spillovers. 'I call on JKom and JaPen to help more Malaysians grasp what it means to be the host (of ASEAN). For those in villages or towns with hotels, for instance, I'm sure they'll see the influx of international delegates, which is part of the economic benefits.' Fahmi said this at the ministry's 2024 Excellent Service Awards Ceremony (Peninsular Zone) at the Seri Angkasa Auditorium, Angkasapuri Media City, here today, which was also attended by Deputy Minister Teo Nie Ching and secretary-general Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa. JKom director-general Datuk Ismail Yusop and JaPen director-general Julina Johan, as well as Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) chief executive officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin, were in attendance. A total of 691 staff of the Communications Ministry and its agencies, including 63 from Bernama, received the awards during the event. Expanding on the matter, Fahmi said that beyond the upcoming ASEAN Summit on May 26-27, Malaysia will also host the ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit and the ASEAN-GCC-China Economic Summit, both are key platforms for addressing regional and global challenges. 'This matters for Malaysians, especially in light of recent developments like the United States' announcement of its tariff rates on various countries, including Malaysia and our ASEAN partners. It's a clear signal that we need to act proactively to support ASEAN member states,' he said. Fahmi also noted Malaysia's leadership on digital governance issues, pointing out the country's unique success in officially licensing the Telegram app. 'Some countries were surprised by how we managed to engage with Telegram's founders. When it comes to big tech, many believe they're bigger than nations. But our stance is simple; you can be big tech, but our laws are bigger,' he added.
