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Malaysia ranks among the top 10 countries with the cheapest Internet rates in the world, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil
According to Bernama, Fahmi said Malaysia's Internet rates are among the lowest globally, at just 2 cents per GB.
"We are one of the 10 countries where the cost per gigabyte is about 2 cents," he said during a Malaysian Diaspora reception at Rumah Malaysia on Sunday, 16 November.
He credited the achievement to the government's continued efforts to provide affordable and inclusive digital access nationwide.
Fahmi also highlighted Malaysia's exceptionally rapid 5G rollout, which has made the country's 5G network the fastest in Southeast Asia and the second-fastest in the Asia-Pacific region, trailing only South Korea
"I think we have not really, before this, seen a situation where Malaysian telcos can sit together at one table and reach a consensus," he added.
Fahmi is currently leading Malaysia's delegation to the World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 16 to 19 November
He said Malaysia's participation in the conference supports the country's bid to retain a seat on the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council for the 2027–2030 term.
The minister also briefed attendees on Malaysia's successful hosting of the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in October, saying the event showcased the country's diplomatic strength.
"I think we have reset people's perception about not only Malaysia, but also ASEAN. As a region with a population of 660 million, ASEAN is approximately one and a half times larger than the European Union.
"And we have a very bright future if we are able to hold together, build up an ASEAN community, and also ensure peace and stability within the region," he said.
