November-December. 2025 |

LOCAL NEWS

Gobind Singh Deo

GRID ALLIANCE: TNB and SGCC ' s MoU signifies a major milestone in China-Malaysia energy cooperation.

The MoU was signed by TNB President and Chief Executive Officer( CEO) Datuk Megat Jalaluddin Megat Hassan and CET Chairman Yu Jun. Also attending the signing ceremony was Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation( PETRA), Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof.

“ This MoU with SGCC, through its wholly-owned subsidiary CET, enables us to leverage global best practices in power system planning, smart grid technology, and digital solutions, which are essential for integrating shares of renewable energy and strengthening our role in the ASEAN Power Grid( APG),” remarked Megat.

The partnership is set to strengthen technological cooperation in the development of power grids and distribution networks, thereby contributing to the broader ASEAN Power Grid( APG) vision for improved regional power interconnection.

The partnership leverages SGCC and CET’ s global expertise in energy transition to improve TNB’ s system operations and management. It focuses on three key technological areas:

■ Power System Planning & Integration

■ Smart & Resilient Networks

■ Digital & Artificial Intelligence( AI) Solutions

This memorandum establishes a joint working committee between TNB and SGCC-CET. This committee will oversee progress on collaboration, including conducting capacity-building sessions, preparing technical study reports, and providing conceptual design support for pilot projects.

These projects encompass DC medium- and low-voltage distribution network architecture and agentic AI frameworks for grid operations.

Yu described the MoU as a partnership with both technical and regional significance, stating:“ We are proud to partner with TNB, a leader in Asia’ s power industry, to share SGCC’ s experience in ultra-high voltage( UHV) transmission, smart grid resilience, and AI-driven grid management.

“ This collaboration not only strengthens China-Malaysia bilateral ties but also contributes to the broader vision of ASEAN energy security and sustainability.”

THE Malaysian government has established a cross-ministerial and enforcement task force to tackle the increasing threat of weaponised AI. This initiative aims to address the expanding use of AI in digital fraud, identity theft, and large-scale cyberattacks.

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo confirmed that this coordinated effort involves the Ministry of Digital, the Ministry of Home Affairs( MOHA), the Ministry of Communications, CyberSecurity Malaysia, the National Cyber Security Agency( NACSA), the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission( MCMC), and the Royal Malaysia Police( PDRM).

This mechanism enables agencies to respond to cyber incidents promptly, whilst issuing precise directives and enforcing necessary measures. Simultaneously, the National AI Office( NAIO) is leading efforts to develop a national AI security framework. It will include standards, controls, and regulations for emerging AI technologies.

Ultimately, the collaboration marks a significant milestone in China-Malaysia energy cooperation. It directly supports Malaysia’ s National Energy Transition Roadmap and its objective of enhancing regional energy connectivity.