Malaysia fast-forwards 5G rollout to end of this year

Muhyiddin aims to leave spectrum controversy behind and boost digital economy

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Malaysia had intended to focus on maximizing 4G technology but now the government is betting on a faster 5G rollout. © Reuters

P PREM KUMAR, Nikkei staff writer

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia will accelerate its introduction of 5G telecommunications, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announced on Friday, breaking with the government's previous stance of postponing the launch and focusing on fully utilizing 4G technology.

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