UPFRONT with Chairman of MSCA As important key players in industry, we are aware that an integrated and sustainable dimension is necessary for the successful implementation of smart cities. Planning that is both inclusive and comprehensive is crucial, especially when it comes to smart cooperation, public participation, sustainable technology use, data exchange and integration, and the support of smart communication infrastructure. The deployment of smart cities is necessary to achieve national objectives and improve the competitiveness and international parity of Malaysian cities. We are witnessing progress and collective effort towards this goal with the implementation of smart city ratings and standards, which require every city to comply with 85 indicators in four phases beginning this year. Indeed, MSCA has played a critical role in all these endeavours.
MSCA has brought attention to many opportunities, collaborations, and noteworthy accomplishments. I can now state with pride that MSCA has received recognition from ministries and states authorities. In addition to being acknowledged nationally, MSCA has gained recognition abroad by means of repeated requests for members' cooperation and involvement. As a platform that unites local technology providers and experts for the development of smart cities in Malaysia, I believe that working together, we can help all states expedite the implementation of smart cities in Malaysia. Furthermore, MSCA can strive to serve as a hub for communication among smart city professionals and experts in ASEAN region. Again, I believe that 2024 will build further on the successes achieved in 2023. I hope for your dedication and involvement in the next activities and engagements, as well as your innovative ideas and strategies in making collective progress in achieving next year’s milestones. I sincerely wish all of you a blessed year ahead. Happy New Year! Best Wishes, Ts. Dr. Raslan Ahmad, FASc Chairman of MSCA
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MSCA NEWSLETTER I VOL 6 I DECEMBER 2023
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