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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Visionary digital leaders key to Malaysia's public sector transformation
PUTRAJAYA: The public sector urgently requires visionary digital leaders to steer digital transformation, ensuring efficient, responsive, and tech-driven services, said Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar. Speaking at the Public Sector Chief Digital Officer Conference 2025 (CDO CONVEX 2025), Shamsul Azri stressed that the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), powered by AI, big data, IoT, and automation, has reshaped work, life, and service delivery. 'Public expectations are rising, and the sector must be agile, innovative, and competitive. Chief Digital Officers (CDOs) play a crucial role in driving transformation by ensuring ethical and optimal tech use for national progress,' he said. The conference, themed 'Smart and Agile Digital Leaders of the New Era,' gathered public sector CDOs, industry experts, and academics to exchange insights and strengthen digital leadership. Shamsul Azri urged digital leaders to initiate change rather than merely react to it. 'Success comes from driving change, not just preparing for it. Leaders must be proactive, data-driven, and swift in delivering value,' he added. He emphasised that CDOs must ensure digital initiatives are people-centric, secure, efficient, and trustworthy. Additionally, he highlighted the need for systematic digital skills training to cultivate a competitive workforce ready for complex challenges. On digital service transformation, he cited MyGOV Malaysia, set to launch in July, as a key initiative integrating public agency services. Developed with the Digital Ministry and other agencies, the platform will enable citizens to access government services, including summons checks and welfare applications.
The Star
25-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
MyGov Malaysia app for easy access to govt agencies
PUTRAJAYA: MyGov Malaysia, a single digital gateway app for government services, will be launched next month, says Gobind Singh Deo (pic). The Digital Minister said the app is part of the nation's government technology (GovTech) initiative, providing Malaysians easy access to various government agencies. 'This is part of the government's plan to transform Malaysia into a digital nation. It is only right to ensure we have a single platform where Malaysians can deal with various government agencies seamlessly,' said Gobind in a statement. The MyGov Malaysia mobile application will focus on seven main services – travel (passport-related matters); registration (birth and citizenship); driving (road tax and driving licence); healthcare (appointments and medical records); summonses; housing (land tax/assessment rates); and Rahmah Cash Aid, with more features to be added in the near future. Gobind said MyGov Malaysia would be integrated with MyDigital ID to streamline access to government services via a single, secure platform. 'Users will be able to verify their identity and access multiple services directly through the mobile application using their MyDigital ID credentials. 'This unified approach not only simplifies user interaction with government platforms but also underpins the broader commitment to digital inclusivity, trust and service excellence by the Digital Ministry,' he said. As of June 23, a total of 2,604,160 MyDigital ID registrations have been recorded. The integration of the single sign-on will be for 34 main government system applications. 'The MyGov Malaysia app will allow Malaysians direct access to multiple services at the palm of their hands. This is part of our journey in transforming Malaysia into a digital nation, a journey that will benefit Malaysians and to ensure no one is left behind in a trusted digital environment,' Gobind added.
The Star
24-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
MyGov Malaysia digital gateway app for govt services to be launched in July
PUTRAJAYA: MyGov Malaysia, a single digital gateway app for government services, will be launched in July 2025, says Gobind Singh Deo. The Digital Minister said the app is part of the nation's government technology (GovTech) initiative, providing Malaysians easy access to various government agencies. "This is part of the government's plan to transform Malaysia into a digital nation. It is only right to ensure we have a single platform where Malaysians can deal with various government agencies seamlessly," said Gobind. The MyGov Malaysia mobile application will focus on seven main services – travel (passport-related matters); registration (birth and citizenship); driving (road tax and driving license); healthcare (appointments and medical records); summonses; housing (land tax/assessment rates); and Rahmah Cash Aid, with more features to be added in the near future. Gobind said MyGov Malaysia would be integrated with MyDigital ID to streamline access to government services via a single, secure platform. "Users will be able to verify their identity and access multiple services directly through the mobile application using their MyDigital ID credentials. This unified approach not only simplifies user interaction with government platforms but also underpins the broader commitment to digital inclusivity, trust, and service excellence by the Digital Ministry," he said. As of June 23, a total of 2,604,160 MyDigital ID registrations have been recorded. The integration of the single sign-on will be for 34 main government system applications.
Malay Mail
18-06-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Gobind: Naio to submit AI law proposals by end-June, Cabinet brief to follow
SEPANG, June 18 — The National AI Office (Naio) will submit its proposals on artificial intelligence (AI) laws to the Digital Ministry by the end of this month. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said Naio has been tasked with submitting its recommendations on AI legislation to help develop a comprehensive governance framework. 'The Ministry of Digital has commenced the process by holding dialogues with the right now, we are engaging and interacting with all the relevant ministries and agencies. 'Once I get the suggestions from the Naio, we will put up a paper to the Cabinet. We will seek its guidance as to what to do next. If that paper is passed and accepted by the Cabinet, we will have to start work on the bill itself,' he told reporters after launching the RAI Portal here today. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said yesterday stated that Malaysia is studying to develop AI legislation to address legal complexities in the digital age. She said she has written to Gobind to propose a meeting between the Legal Affairs Division (BHEUU) and the Digital Ministry to initiate a discussion on drafting new AI laws. According to Azalina, Malaysia has no specific laws focused on AI because, unlike traditional technologies, AI operates on an entirely different platform. — Bernama
Malay Mail
18-06-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Gobind: Naio to submit draft law proposals by end-June, Cabinet brief to follow
SEPANG, June 18 — The National AI Office (Naio) will submit its proposals on artificial intelligence (AI) laws to the Digital Ministry by the end of this month. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said Naio has been tasked with submitting its recommendations on AI legislation to help develop a comprehensive governance framework. 'The Ministry of Digital has commenced the process by holding dialogues with the right now, we are engaging and interacting with all the relevant ministries and agencies. 'Once I get the suggestions from the Naio, we will put up a paper to the Cabinet. We will seek its guidance as to what to do next. If that paper is passed and accepted by the Cabinet, we will have to start work on the bill itself,' he told reporters after launching the RAI Portal here today. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said yesterday stated that Malaysia is studying to develop AI legislation to address legal complexities in the digital age. She said she has written to Gobind to propose a meeting between the Legal Affairs Division (BHEUU) and the Digital Ministry to initiate a discussion on drafting new AI laws. According to Azalina, Malaysia has no specific laws focused on AI because, unlike traditional technologies, AI operates on an entirely different platform. — Bernama
