AWS Expands Cloud Infrastructure with New Malaysia Region Launch

The recent launch of an AWS infrastructure region in Malaysia represents a monumental development for AWS customers and partners in the Asia Pacific region. This exciting addition provides developers, enterprises, and organizations across various sectors with increased flexibility, enhanced cloud infrastructure, and the ability to run applications with reduced latency, all while securely storing data within Malaysian borders.

AWS, a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., plans to invest a staggering $6.2 billion USD (approximately MYR 29.2 billion) in the Malaysian region through 2038, creating a significant economic impact with an expected $12.1 billion (MYR 57.3 billion) contribution to Malaysia’s GDP. This investment includes the creation of over 3,500 full-time equivalent jobs annually in various sectors such as construction, engineering, and telecommunications.

Tengku Zafrul, Malaysia’s Minister of Investment Trade & Industry, emphasized the transformative potential of this development in boosting Malaysia’s digital innovation capabilities. This milestone aligns with the country’s New Industrial Master Plan 2030, aiming to cultivate a skilled and sustainable economy.

Prasad Kalyanaraman, AWS’s vice president of Infrastructure Services, highlighted the new region’s potential to support Malaysia’s growing digital economy, providing resilient, secure, and sustainable cloud solutions. With this expansion, AWS continues to lead in offering the most comprehensive cloud services suite, facilitating advanced technologies like AI and machine learning.

Numerous Malaysian companies such as Bursa Malaysia, CelcomDigi, GX Bank Berhad, and Tenaga Nasional Berhad are excitedly embracing the AWS cloud infrastructure to innovate and streamline their operations. Bursa Malaysia, for instance, leverages AWS for its Centralized Sustainability Intelligence platform, further embedding sustainability in its practices.

CelcomDigi aims to expedite its transformation into a leading telco-tech entity by utilizing AWS’s infrastructure and AI services. Similarly, GX Bank, Malaysia’s first digital bank, is using AWS to democratize access to financial services, supporting financial inclusion across the ASEAN region. PETRONAS, Malaysia’s global energy titan, employs AWS in digital endeavors like AI, IoT, and advanced analytics to enhance its operations and meet data residency requirements.

RTM, Malaysia’s national broadcaster, utilizes AWS for digital media delivery advancements, while TNB collaborates with AWS for digital transformation to boost energy solutions. Startups like Tapway also stand to benefit from the new AWS region, harnessing low-latency cloud services to power AI-driven platforms.

AWS continues its commitment to skill development in Malaysia, having trained over 100,000 individuals in cloud skills. Programs like AWS Academy and AWS re/Start are integral to upskilling the workforce, providing foundational cloud knowledge and certification pathways.

Amazon also emphasizes sustainability, seeking net-zero carbon operations by 2040. AWS’s ongoing enhancements in energy-efficient data centers and renewable energy initiatives underline their commitment to sustainable development. The new AWS Asia Pacific (Malaysia) Region contributes significantly to these sustainability efforts, underscoring the role of cloud infrastructure in driving Malaysia’s digital evolution and serving a broader goal of regional economic growth.