Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia and Vietnam are preparing to finalize a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at cooperation in the digital economy sector. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo announced that the MoU is expected to be concluded by August. The agreement will focus on key areas including digital transformation, digital innovation, research and development, emerging technologies, and digital skills and literacy.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the details of the MoU were discussed during a courtesy call from Vietnam's Science and Technology Minister Nguyen Manh Hung. Gobind emphasized that the strategic collaboration between Malaysia and Vietnam, especially in areas such as cybersecurity and 5G adoption, presents a significant opportunity to strengthen national capacities, enhance regional stability, and drive economic progress.