PENANG, 24 October 2025 – Digital Penang was honoured to welcome His Excellency Mr. Machida Shinya, Consul-General of Japan in Penang, for a productive dialogue with Ts. Ng Kwang Ming, CEO of Digital Penang, and the organisation’s senior management team.
The discussion focused on key initiatives under the Digital Transformation and Economy agenda, including:
- The digitalisation of SMEs and support for local businesses
- Development of Penang’s digital community and startup ecosystem
- Funding opportunities for tech and innovation initiatives
- Talent development with an emphasis on STEM education and skills
During the visit, His Excellency expressed appreciation for Digital Penang’s efforts in advancing the state’s digital initiatives. He noted that the insights shared would enhance the Japanese government’s understanding of how Penang is fostering a digitally enabled economy.
Digital Penang extended its gratitude for the visit and looks forward to future collaborations with Japanese digital companies, both in Malaysia and Japan, to strengthen Penang’s position as a leading regional digital hub.
This visit underscores the growing international interest in Penang’s digital transformation efforts and highlights the potential for cross-border collaboration in technology, innovation, and talent development.
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