KUALA LUMPUR: U Mobile Sdn Bhd has been selected to implement the country's second 5G network.
In a statement, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) said subject to its approval, U Mobile will be allowed to collaborate with other mobile network operators for the second 5G network.
"To maximise the true potential of 5G technology for the people, industry and the nation, MCMC has undertaken rigorous processes covering detailed deliberations on technical and commercial aspects to select the mobile network operator that will implement Malaysia's second 5G network.
"As such, MCMC has decided that the country's second 5G network shall be implemented by U Mobile," the statement read.
MCMC added that it will also continue to oversee the implementation progress of the implementation of the country's second 5G network to ensure total compliance with all regulatory requirements as provided for in the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.