Govt committed to expanding 5G coverage, says Fahmi


KOTA KINABALU: Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil says the Madani Government is committed to ensuring Malaysians have access to high-speed 5G internet, and to date, a total of 7,191 5G sites have been developed nationwide, with 564 sites in Sabah and 551 in Sarawak.

He said high-speed 5G internet coverage now stands at 81.9% in populated areas across the country, and the government was working to increase this figure.

"5G coverage in populated areas in Sabah is at 68.9%, while in Sarawak, it is at 62.5%.

"I am very pleased with the telecommunications development in our country for the benefit of our people," he said in a video message during the national-level Malaysia Day 2024 celebration at Padang Merdeka here on Monday (Sept 16).

The celebration was officiated by Sabah Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Juhar Mahiruddin.

Also present were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Deputy Prime Ministers Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, as well as Federal and state Cabinet ministers.

Fahmi, who is also the co-chairman of the Malaysia Day 2024 Main Committee, expressed his appreciation for the unwavering support and commitment of all parties involved in the Malaysia Day celebration, especially the Sabah State Government as the host.

"Let us embrace the spirit of love for our country by strengthening our own identity as a foundation towards a greater Malaysia," he said. - Bernama

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