Google set to invest RM61bil in Malaysia over 2027-28
The Alphabet subsidiary is expected to contribute an annual average of RM4.48 billion to the nation’s GDP over the two years.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim joined Ruth Porat, president and chief investment officer of Alphabet and Google LLC, to announce a $15 billion (RM61.1 billion) investment in Malaysia from 2027 to 2028. This investment will bolster digital infrastructure, expand data centre campuses, and focus on clean energy and water supply initiatives.
During the event at Universiti Malaya, Porat detailed how the funds will bolster the economy, create jobs, and upskill millions of Malaysians. The construction phase alone will generate over 37,000 jobs annually, with local wages projected to be 45% higher than the national average. Additionally, Google plans to integrate four new programs over the next decade, aimed at equipping Malaysians with AI literacy and technological skills.
These programs will focus on education, local business growth, government digital readiness, and job preparation for data centre roles. Porat emphasized Google's commitment to inclusive growth, ensuring that the benefits of AI advancements extend beyond corporate elites and into the broader Malaysian workforce.
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