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China Mobile International Maxis, Announce Partnership to Accelerate 5G
in Malaysia

China Mobile International (CMI) and Maxis have signed a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), initiating a strategic
alliance focused on accelerating 5G advancements. The agreement
was formalized at the China Mobile Southeast Asia Cooperation
Conference in Bangkok. Through this partnership, the companies
intend to leverage their combined expertise to drive innovation and
enhance growth in the telecommunications sector.
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“We are pleased to collaborate with a telecommunications leader
like CMI to accelerate the digitalization journey of Malaysian
enterprises and our nation’s own digital ambitions. By tapping
into our combined core competencies and technical expertise, we
aim to develop market-fit 5G solutions that demonstrate a deep
understanding of the needs of enterprises and industries and
the potential of 5G to drive growth and efficiency in Malaysia and also emphasizes the exchange of technical expertise and the
beyond,” said Goh Seow Eng, Chief Executive Officer of Maxis. exploration of new market opportunities. This MoU is set to foster
The partnership will harness CMI’s broad international reach and the development of innovative digital solutions and improve service
extensive information services alongside Maxis' strengths in fixed offerings, expediting the rollout of 5G technologies in Malaysia and
and mobile infrastructure, digital solutions, and its robust local beyond. By pooling their resources and expertise, CMI and Maxis
enterprise client base. The MoU outlines several major initiatives, aim to drive significant progress in the telecom sector, enter new
including the creation of private 5G networks, consultation and markets, and provide advanced solutions to a global audience.
applications for 5G, smart park solutions, advancements in artificial
intelligence, and collaborative R&D projects. The agreement

China Mobile International, U Mobile Sign MoU for 5G Collaboration

U Mobile has announced a strategic partnership with China Mobile
International (CMI), a global telecommunications operator, by
signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance 5G
initiatives. The collaboration will focus on knowledge exchange
regarding 5G deployment, innovation, and the adoption of
business-to-business (B2B) solutions. U Mobile and CMI also plan
to explore and develop cross-border 5G commercial models and
enhance roaming infrastructure for seamless 5G connectivity for
travelers. The MoU was signed by Wong Heang Tuck and Wang
Hua, Chairman and CEO of China Mobile International, during the
2024 China Mobile SEA Cooperation Conference held in Bangkok.

Cisco’s Inaugural State of Industrial Networking
Report Highlights OT Security as a Key Focus for
Global Organizations

Cisco released its first State of Industrial Networking Report to needs of industrial settings, as well as the potential benefits for
highlight the key priorities in the evolving industrial networking those who can successfully address these challenges. “Operational
landscape. The report highlights that Operational Technology (OT), technology, and specifically the network supporting industrial
once a secondary issue, is now a crucial focus for organizations operations, has become a key differentiator for organizations
globally. The report offers a comprehensive view of the challenges globally,” said Vikas Butaney, Senior Vice President and General
and opportunities organizations face in building secure and Manager, Cisco Networking - SD-WAN, Multicloud and Industrial
efficient industrial networking foundation. It also shows the dire IoT. “This research spotlights how IT and OT leaders recognize that
need globally for robust security solutions tailored to the specific strengthening their OT security posture is critical to drive business

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