The government is focusing on strengthening the creative economy to boost Malaysia’s competitiveness and produce high-value content for both the local and international markets.
Communications minister Fahmi Fadzil said the aim is to develop commercially viable works that can be exported, while also nurturing talent and expanding the creative industry’s value chain.
“We hope these efforts will increase our competitiveness through the production of works with high commercial value for local and international enjoyment, including the exports of IPs,” he said at a press conference after the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) was tabled in the Dewan Rakyat today.
Fahmi said his ministry would direct MyCreative Ventures to manage funding while Finas would oversee certification and licensing – particularly in line with the government’s focus on animation.
He said this follows Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s instruction to prioritise the animation sector.
Fahmi also announced a nationwide online briefing tonight to grassroots leaders to explain the government’s initiatives under the 13MP.
“When we support grassroots efforts in spreading government aspirations, the people benefit in the long run,” he said.
Earlier today, Anwar tabled the 13MP in the Dewan Rakyat, which included major reforms to the education and economic systems, and policies for an ageing population.
