🚀 Malaysia’s Digital Leap: RM1.5 Billion Fund to Empower MSMEs Nationwide!

On 25 March 2025, Putrajaya unveiled a game-changing RM1.5 billion fund—spearheaded by MDEC (under the Ministry of Digital) and supported by strategic public-private partnerships—to accelerate MSME digitalisation across Malaysia! 💡💻

🔹 Why it matters:
✅ Funding Access: Grants, loans, and P2P financing for digital tools and operations.
✅ Expert Guidance: Tailored support to tackle barriers like skills gaps and tech adoption.
✅ E-Invoicing Solutions: 21 MDEC-accredited providers offering freemium/affordable Peppol-based solutions.

📢 Key voices:

YB Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital: “This ‘rakyat-centric’ initiative ensures MSMEs thrive in the digital economy with inclusive growth.”

MDEC CEO Anuar Fariz Fadzil: “We’re addressing real ‘pain points’—helping MSMEs future-proof their businesses.”

SME Corp CEO Rizal Nainy: “Collaboration is key to bridging the digital divide for MSMEs.”

🤝 MoUs signed today with financial institutions, digital banks, and service providers will unlock end-to-end support—from funding to capacity building.

🌐 Let’s build a #DigitalMalaysia together!
📖 Full story: disruptr.com.my/putrajaya…

#BDI #MalaysiaDigital #MSME #DigitalTransformation #MDEC#ESGAM