ðŸ‡ðŸ‡° Chinese, 17 October 2026, data center investment
Malaysia Sees Surge in Data Center Investment, Raising Concerns Over Economic Returns and Resource Utilization
Malaysia has approved 84 data center projects, with 27 flagship developments, totaling RM2.259 billion in investment.
Malaysia is experiencing a rapid surge in data center construction, with 84 projects approved as of July this year, including 27 flagship developments, totaling RM2.259 billion in investment.
The development trend marks a significant shift in Malaysia’s economic focus, with main construction concentrated in the states of Johor, Selangor, and Negeri Sembilan.
Despite one data center facility being operational, most of the projects are still under construction, raising concerns over the economic returns and resource utilization.