Cyberjaya, 22 August 2025 – The Technology Depository Agency (TDA) backs the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s call for Malaysia to build internal capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign technology, particularly in areas such as cloud computing and cybersecurity. This is not only timely but critical to safeguard national interests and strengthen resilience.
The Prime Minister’s message underscores the urgency for Malaysia to achieve technological sovereignty. TDA fully supports this vision, which aligns with our mandate and must be adopted across all agencies and sectors.
At the heart of this effort is the Industrial Collaboration Programme (ICP), a strategic initiative spearheaded by TDA to foster partnerships between industry and academia. Through ICP, we drive technological advancement and enhance industrial capabilities via collaborative projects in research, technology transfer, training, and commercialisation. This ensures that knowledge and skills remain embedded within Malaysia, building a stronger ecosystem of local companies, innovators, and talent.
The forthcoming Government Procurement Act, which will soon be tabled in Parliament, is expected to further strengthen the implementation of ICP and Performance-Based Contracting (PBC). With stronger enforcement in place, these programmes can deliver even greater value in governance, technology development, and industrial growth.
TDA will continue to focus on three priorities:
- Nationwide Implementation of ICP across agencies to prioritise locally developed technologies and services.
- Stronger Compliance and Oversight to ensure procurement policies are followed with accountability.
- Capacity Building and Incentives to support procurement officials and local industry players in meeting ICP requirements.
These efforts will lead to greater national autonomy in technology and innovation, higher procurement integrity and efficiency, and tangible support for the Prime Minister’s development agenda.
Malaysia cannot only discuss capability building, we must act decisively. With ICP as the enabler, PBC as a proven mechanism, and stronger procurement enforcement as the driver, TDA is committed to making Malaysia a leader in home-grown innovation and industrial strength.