Smart City integrates ICT to create future-ready environments that meet its citizens' evolving needs, enhancing efficiency, governance, sustainability and quality of life.
Smarter infrastructure and data-driven decisions optimise city management.
Data-based solutions conserve resources and protect the environment.
As Malaysia works to become a Smart Nation by 2040, explore the innovative solutions interwoven to shape greener, safer, and more seamlessly connected cities.
Safer and more connected communities elevate living standards.
The Malaysia Smart City Planning is a transformative initiative designed to enhance urban living. By integrating smart technologies, upgrading infrastructure, and promoting sustainable practices, the plan addresses urban challenges while driving economic growth through improved digital services.
At the heart of this initiative is the commitment to creating sustainable, resilient and inclusive urban environments. This is achieved through the integration of technology and innovation across seven key components:
This transformation is guided by Malaysia’s National Planning Hierarchy (Town and Country Planning Act 1976, Act 172), operating at four levels: With the Smart City Framework (MSCF) 2019-2025, Malaysia can lead the world in innovation and sustainability. The plan aligns with national and global goals like the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). It gives governments, businesses and communities the tools to shape cities of the future.
Need new approaches and smart solutions in urban planning and management to improve quality of life.
SDG, NUA, 5th Malaysia Plan, Malaysian Smart City Framework, Digital Economy Policy, National IoT, 4IR to make cities more competitive.
Iot, big data, artificial intelligence (AI), automation, machine learning, and GIS as tools in data analysis and data-driven decision-making.
To prepare cities in Malaysia for global smart cities through smart city rating.
The establishment of a comprehensive plan and pledge for national development. These efforts aim to create an inclusive, prosperous, and sustainable Malaysia, ensuring equal opportunities, improved quality of life, and environmental protection for future generations.
Affordable housing through the Affordable Quality Housing program.
Improved residential management via the Stratified Housing Maintenance Program.
Sustainable urban development using a Smart City Rating system.
Waste management with a Circular Economy Blueprint.
Streamlined government services through the One Stop Center 3.0 Plus initiative.
Our cities are evolving through four key stages to become a visionary Smart Nation by 2040:
Smart City Standards with Accreditation and Recognition Programmes ensure growth by encouraging cities to meet high development benchmarks.
The National Smart City Platform (NSCP) will centralise data analytics to make urban living more efficient and responsive.
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