Malaysia Allocates RM30 Million for Media's Digital Transformation

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – June 14, 2025 – In a significant move to modernize Malaysian journalism, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced a RM30 million fund dedicated to the digital transformation of media organizations. The announcement, made during the National Journalists' Day Summit (HAWANA2025), aims to bridge the digital divide and equip journalists, especially young professionals, with the tools and skills needed for the evolving media landscape. "This is the largest allocation the government has ever provided to journalists," PM Ibrahim stated, highlighting the importance of the initiative. The fund will support training, technological upgrades, and the adoption of new content creation methods. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to fostering a dynamic and technologically advanced media sector in Malaysia.