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Barnama
4 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Malaysia Can Match Global Standards In Address System
Chief Technical Officer of Geoscape Australia, Joseph Abhayaratna, speaks to Bernama during the National Address Conference 2025 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur today. KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has the potential to develop a more efficient National Address System (NAS), comparable to those of other developed nations such as Australia, according to Geoscape Australia's Chief Technical Officer, Joseph Abhayaratna. He said this was due to the shared characteristics in terms of administrative structure, and technical challenges in developing the system, which was aimed to serve as the main reference for managing addresses nationwide. "Both countries have multiple states and territorial jurisdictions, each with its own address databases and lists. So, I believe we share a similar starting point. "Along with the similar challenges we faced in urban addressing, I believe what we have been able to achieve in Australia is also applicable to the Malaysian context," he told reporters when met at the National Address Conference 2025, here today. Prior to this, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has essentially agreed to implement the NAS during the Digital Economy and Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) Council meeting on June 24 last year. Fahmi said the system has also been identified as a 'needle mover' under the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint and the National 4IR Policy, aimed at realising the government's aspiration to make Malaysia a high-income nation driven by digitalisation and a regional leader in the digital economy. Abhayaratna noted that Australia's NAS, developed by Geoscape, had contributed over AUD 1.4 billion in economic value, establishing it as one of the country's key national assets. 'It's a very conservative estimate, but it gives you a sense of the kind of value you can derive from this. I believe these kinds of drivers, and what we've been able to accomplish in Australia, show what can be achieved under the right circumstances with proper planning,' he said. He also praised Malaysia's efforts through the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) in developing the NAS as a unified and authoritative address system officially endorsed by the government.
Leaders
02-06-2025
- Leaders
Saudi Post Launches 'Hajj Without Luggage' Service to Ease Pilgrims' Journey
In its ongoing efforts to enhance the pilgrimage experience, Saudi Post (SPL) has introduced the 'Hajj Without Luggage' service. This innovative solution is designed to ease the physical burden on pilgrims, enabling them to perform their rituals with greater comfort and convenience. The service offers end to end logistics support by transporting luggage from pilgrims' accommodations to their final destinations both inside and outside the Kingdom. This eliminates the need for pilgrims to carry their bags while moving between the holy sites. SPL outlined several benefits of the service, including the ability to send luggage from the nearest SPL branch in the pilgrim's city directly to the holy sites. After the Hajj season, luggage can also be collected from residences in the holy areas and delivered to pilgrims' home addresses using the National Address system. Shipments can be easily tracked through the SPL app or official website. As a key logistics provider during the Hajj season, SPL delivers professional, high-quality services tailored to the unique needs of the Hajj and Umrah sector. The initiative is part of SPL's broader commitment to improving the pilgrim experience through strategic partnerships with both public and private entities. Related Topics: Saudi Interior Min.: Tourism Companies Deceive Pilgrims, Encourage Hajj Violations Riyadh Global Health Exhibition to Bring Together Int'nal Healthcare Experts Intensive Preparations for Smooth, Safe Hajj Season: Mecca Deputy Governor New Chapter Unfolded: Saudi Arabia Launches Electronic Intensive Care Unit Short link : Post Views: 1 Related Stories
