The National Institute of Public Administration (Intan), the training arm of Malaysia’s Public Service Department, has formed a strategic partnership with Huawei Technologies (Malaysia).
The collaboration aims to strengthen digital leadership and equip civil servants with the skills needed to navigate an increasingly dynamic digital environment. It is part of the government’s effort to accelerate digital transformation across the public sector and meet the demand for efficient, citizen-focused services.
The partnership also benefits both parties, with Huawei gaining from knowledge exchanges and the active involvement of civil servants in its programmes – including serving as judges in the Seeds for the Future initiative. Key platforms under the collaboration include the Digital Leadership Excellence (DLE) Programme, the Seeds for the Future initiative, and the Huawei ICT Academy.
Formalised through a memorandum of understanding (MoU), the collaboration aims to foster knowledge-sharing and greater cooperation between public sector leaders and industry experts. It promotes the adoption of cutting-edge technologies to enhance service delivery, improve operational efficiency, and build the resilience of public services – while driving long-term innovation across government systems.
“As Malaysia’s premier public service training institute, Intan is committed to equipping every trainee with the knowledge, skills, and tools to tackle modern challenges and drive innovation in national development,” said Intan director Datuk Zabri Yusoff.
“Our collaboration with Huawei reflects our commitment to embracing emerging technologies and underscores Intan’s role in advancing meaningful digital transformation within the public sector.”
Huawei Asean Academy vice chancellor, Oliver Liu, highlighted the broader societal benefits of digital innovation in transforming leadership, systems, and outcomes.
“By combining Huawei Malaysia’s technological expertise with Intan’s training capabilities, we are helping the public sector rise to today’s challenges and prepare for tomorrow’s opportunities. A digitally fluent, future-ready civil service is key to delivering more accessible and personalised services that improve the lives of all Malaysians,” he said.
Under the MoU, Huawei Malaysia will contribute its expertise in advanced digital technologies, including talent programme management, content development, and strategic advisory services on digital transformation. Intan will provide its training infrastructure, policy leadership, and logistical support to establish a synergistic partnership.
This initiative aligns with the government’s broader vision of transforming Malaysia into a high-tech economy by 2030.
