A COMPREHENSIVE report detailing Malaysia’s proposed regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to be completed by the end of June, according to Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo.
The framework, currently being finalised by the National Artificial Intelligence Office (NAIO) — established last year under the Ministry of Digital — will serve as the foundation for the country’s approach to AI regulation, encompassing potential legislation, new rules, or the adoption of common standards.
“Discussions with industry stakeholders are ongoing and several views have already been presented. I hope that by the end of June, we will have a report from NAIO that can help chart an appropriate course for AI governance in Malaysia,” Gobind told reporters at the launch of the Cybersecurity Professional Capability Development Programme.
Also present at the event were the ministry’s secretary general Fabian Bigar, CyberSecurity Malaysia chief executive officer Datuk Dr Amirudin Abdul Wahab, and EC-Council president Sanjay Bavisi.
Gobind emphasised that the government’s approach would centre on robust governance and the cultivation of public trust in digital technologies.
“Amid this digital transformation, risks will inevitably arise. We must carefully consider how best to ensure public trust in digital platforms,” he said.
He further noted that the regulatory model must account for the distinct risks and characteristics of each sector impacted by AI, given its wide-ranging applications across industries. - June 3, 2025
