Key Takeaways
- Malaysia will host the Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 from September 17-19, highlighting AI-driven urban development.
- The event aims to position Malaysia as a regional hub for digital innovation, focusing on sustainable and inclusive growth.
- Over 2,000 delegates are expected, fostering collaboration to tackle urban challenges through smart city solutions.
Malaysia’s Vision for Smart City Innovation
Malaysia is preparing to establish itself as a regional leader in digital innovation with the upcoming Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 (SCEKL25). Scheduled for September 17-19 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, this international event emphasizes artificial intelligence (AI)-led urban development, prioritizing the welfare of the rakyat while promoting sustainable and inclusive growth alongside ASEAN neighbors.
SCEKL25 is the first Southeast Asian edition of the globally recognized Smart City Expo World Congress, organized by the Ministry of Digital and its agencies, including the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Digital Nasional Berhad. Minister of Digital Gobind Singh Deo asserts that the expo will serve as a strategic platform for technology providers, establishing Malaysia as a key player in the smart city landscape.
Gobind stated, “At its core, SCEKL25 is about accelerating a new urban vision—green, efficient, and inclusive, with the rakyat at the heart of every innovation.” As ASEAN Chair, Malaysia is committed to developing AI-driven, people-centric cities, aligning SCEKL25 with national initiatives such as the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint and collaborations via the ASEAN Smart Cities Network. This is crucial as the region’s digital economy is forecast to hit US$1 trillion by 2030.
MDEC is leading the charge with its AI Cities initiative, focusing on implementing impactful projects in various Malaysian cities. CEO Anuar Fariz Fadzil mentioned that the expo will translate national ambitions into urban transformation, with ongoing projects like smart traffic optimization in Kuala Lumpur and AI-enabled geospatial intelligence in Sabah. “Our smart cities will be rakyat-first and planet-conscious,” he added, with aspirations for inclusive growth.
Digital Nasional Berhad CEO Azman Ismail highlighted the strategic importance of SCEKL25, noting that it will elevate Malaysia’s international profile in smart city innovation while driving economic benefits through business tourism and foreign investment. The event is designed not only as an expo but also as a platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and policy development, addressing urban challenges and promoting sustainable futures.
Under the theme “AI Cities: Shaping Our Digital Future,” SCEKL25 promises to showcase cutting-edge technologies and solutions for urban environments, aiming to create cities that better serve their inhabitants and protect the planet. For further details, visit www.smartcityexpokl.com.
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