Malaysia Commits $10 Billion to National Grid Modernization

On June 16, 2025, Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced a sweeping RM43 billion (approximately USD 10 billion) investment to overhaul and future-proof the country’s national electricity grid. The initiative, led by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), aims to enhance power transmission capabilities, integrate more renewable energy, and accommodate surging demand from energy-intensive sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), data centers, and electric vehicle infrastructure. This move is aligned with Malaysia’s broader push toward a greener, digitally empowered economy and reflects growing regional competition to attract high-tech investment