Communications minister Fahmi Fadzil said the government’s decision to move from a single wholesale 5G network to a dual-network model was partly driven by the need to balance competing technology providers. (Reuters pic)PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s approach to balancing geopolitical and technological interests in developing its dual 5G network has drawn recognition from the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA), says communications minister Fahmi Fadzil.

He said the international telecommunications industry body viewed Malaysia’s approach as an example of how countries could navigate competing geopolitical interests while developing their digital infrastructure.

Fahmi said the government’s decision to move from a single wholesale 5G network to a dual-network model was partly driven by the need to balance competing technology providers and avoid becoming overly dependent on any major power.