Embracing the digital revolution - harnessing benefits of digitalisation for future growth

9 February 2023 · Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour, Governor of the Bank Negara Malaysia (Malaysia)

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9 Feb 2023 · Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour · Bank Negara Malaysia WikiEmbracing the digital revolution - harnessing benefits of digitalisation for future growth

ContextSpecial remarks by Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Malaysia (Bank Negara Malaysia), at the launch of Malaysia Economic Monitor, Kuala Lumpur, 9 February 2023.

Why it mattersThe governor presents digitalisation as a source of future growth.

Problems raised

Digitalisation reshapes the economy.
Malaysia must harness digital benefits.
Digital gaps exist.

Solutions proposed

Embrace the digital revolution.
Support digital adoption.
Use the Malaysia Economic Monitor insights.

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