PENANG, 24 January 2026 – Digital Penang was pleased to host 13 international participants from Semester At Sea, led by Professor Todd Kuethe from the University of Colorado, for a knowledge-sharing and engagement session in Penang.
Facilitated by Dr. Gwee Sai Ling, the workshop provided participants with valuable insights into Penang’s socioeconomic landscape, including its development journey, community dynamics, and digital ecosystem. The session encouraged open dialogue and cross-cultural learning, allowing participants to better understand how digital initiatives intersect with local realities.
Mr. Khooi Chu Boon, Director of SME & Community Development, further shared how Digital Penang, together with the Digital Economy Masterplan (DEMP), is driving digital transformation across the state — from empowering SMEs and communities to advancing the long-term vision of Penang2030.
The session highlighted the importance of international collaboration and cross-cultural exchange, connecting global perspectives with Penang’s growing innovation and digital economy ecosystem.
Digital Penang appreciates the visit, thoughtful questions, and engaging discussions, and looks forward to continued global knowledge exchanges and engagement in the future.
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Facilitated by Dr. Gwee Sai Ling, the workshop provided participants with valuable insights into Penang’s socioeconomic landscape, including its development journey, community dynamics, and digital ecosystem. The session encouraged open dialogue and cross-cultural learning, allowing participants to better understand how digital initiatives intersect with local realities.
Mr. Khooi Chu Boon, Director of SME & Community Development, further shared how Digital Penang, together with the Digital Economy Masterplan (DEMP), is driving digital transformation across the state — from empowering SMEs and communities to advancing the long-term vision of Penang2030.
The session highlighted the importance of international collaboration and cross-cultural exchange, connecting global perspectives with Penang’s growing innovation and digital economy ecosystem.
Digital Penang appreciates the visit, thoughtful questions, and engaging discussions, and looks forward to continued global knowledge exchanges and engagement in the future.
Click here for more information about Digital Penang