KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 — Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has called for Malaysia to develop its own artificial intelligence capabilities rather than relying solely on external technologies.

He stressed the need to strengthen the national AI ecosystem and enhance global competitiveness. Speaking during the launch of the Huawei AI Lab and Innovation Centre.

Attended by Anwar Ibrahim, Fahmi said cybersecurity must also be reinforced. The new facility aims to drive regional innovation.

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