AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoZero Energy Buildings: SEDA Malaysia will retrofit its Cyberjaya headquarters into the country’s first Zero Energy Office Building through a new partnership with Japan’s NEDO, using Japanese energy-saving tech and smart building management to cut emissions and set an ASEAN benchmark. STEM Talent Push: MOSTI says Malaysia’s biggest hurdle is building future-ready technology talent, not infrastructure, and is rolling out National Science Week-linked STEM showcases to boost early exposure for students. Drone Industry Drive: PM Anwar urges Malaysia to move fast on UAV and drone technologies, linking them to AI and the “low-altitude economy,” and calls for stronger regulation and ecosystem support. Co-op Digital Finance: ANGKASA approved six business plans worth RM293m, including plans to invest in Boost Holding and potentially acquire a stake in Boost Bank via MyANGKASA Digital Services. Tech-Safety Debate: A global wave of youth social media bans is under scrutiny, with Australia’s crackdown expanding penalties and enforcement powers, while critics warn design and digital literacy issues may be getting missed. Cross-border Water Tech: Bangladesh and China agree to start a feasibility study for the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project, including technical and financial support and forecasting cooperation.
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