TM Marks Eight Decades of Digital Growth

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim used his Cyberjaya address to celebrate Telekom Malaysia Bhd's 80th anniversary, underscoring the telco's transformation from a modest post‑war telephone service into a national digital backbone. Over eight decades, TM has rolled out fibre, mobile broadband and cloud platforms, linking remote villages to urban hubs and enabling e‑learning, tele‑health and e‑commerce. Anwar highlighted that this connectivity is not merely technical progress; it is a catalyst for shared prosperity, allowing small‑scale entrepreneurs and rural families to access markets and services previously out of reach. The Prime Minister’s praise also signals continued policy support for infrastructure investment, aligning with Malaysia's Vision 2030 to become a high‑tech, inclusive economy. As TM looks ahead, its role in the upcoming 5G rollout and smart‑city initiatives will be pivotal, positioning the country to compete regionally while ensuring that digital dividends reach every citizen.

For Malaysians, TM's ongoing expansion means faster internet at home, better online education for children, and new opportunities for small businesses to reach customers nationwide. It also reassures investors that the government backs robust digital infrastructure, which can translate into job creation and economic resilience in a post‑pandemic world.

The milestone reflects how a single national carrier can drive socio‑economic change, narrowing the urban‑rural divide and supporting Malaysia's ambition to become a digital leader in Southeast Asia. Continued investment in TM's network will underpin future growth sectors such as fintech, e‑health and renewable‑energy management, making the country's economy more diversified and resilient.