Key Takeaways
- Malaysia will host the Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 from September 17 to 19, attracting over 10,000 visitors.
- The expo aims to position Malaysia as a regional hub for AI-driven urban development and innovation.
- Key projects highlighted include smart traffic systems and AI-powered solutions, focusing on sustainable urban growth.
Event Overview
Kuala Lumpur is set to host the inaugural Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 (SCEKL25) from September 17 to 19 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC). This international event is dedicated to smart city innovations and expects participation from over 2,000 delegates and more than 10,000 visitors.
SCEKL25 is the first Southeast Asian edition of the global Smart City Expo World Congress, organized by the Digital Ministry and its agencies, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB). Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo emphasized that the expo will provide a strategic platform for technology providers focusing on AI-driven smart city solutions, enhancing Malaysia’s status as a leader in regional digital innovation.
The core objective of SCEKL25 is to promote a new urban vision that is green, efficient, and inclusive, with the rakyat (people) at the center of all innovations. According to Minister Gobind, this event aligns with Malaysia’s aspirations outlined in the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint and supports regional efforts through the ASEAN Smart Cities Network. It also contributes to Malaysia’s ambition to become a Smart Nation by 2040.
MDEC is currently leading AI Cities initiatives, implementing pilot projects across the country. MDEC CEO Anuar Fariz Fadzil highlighted that the expo will showcase Malaysia’s transformation into a digitally-connected society with innovative projects, including predictive traffic systems in Penang and AI-driven geospatial solutions in Sabah. The focus will be on creating smart cities that prioritize the needs of the rakyat and environmental sustainability, improving public services through enhanced digital infrastructure.
DNB CEO Datuk Azman Ismail noted that hosting SCEKL25 will provide significant advantages for Malaysia, including stimulating economic growth through business tourism and attracting foreign investments. He asserted that the expo will enhance Malaysia’s global profile in smart city innovation.
With the theme ‘AI Cities: Shaping Our Digital Future,’ SCEKL25 will feature advanced technologies and innovative infrastructure aimed at constructing inclusive and resilient urban centers. For more details, visit www.smartcityexpokl.com.
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