Tech giant Google has solidified its commitment to Southeast Asia with the groundbreaking ceremony for its first data center and cloud region in Malaysia following its investment announcement in May 2024. The US$2 billion (~RM8.3 billion) investment marks a significant milestone for the company and demonstrates its confidence in the country’s digital landscape.
Located at Elmina Business Park in Selangor, the new data center is expected to drive economic development, create jobs, and foster innovation. By meeting the increasing demand for cloud services and AI capabilities, Google aims to empower businesses and organizations in Malaysia to achieve their digital goals.
Beyond economic benefits, Google is also committed to supporting local communities and the environment. The company will collaborate with the Global Environment Centre (GEC) and the Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) to enhance Taman Aman Lake, as part of its local water stewardship efforts.
Additionally, Google will partner with UNICEF Malaysia, CelcomDigi, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, and Arus Academy to bring Future Skills for All to Selangor, with the support of the Ministry of Education. This initiative aims to reduce inequalities and provide opportunities for future-skills learning to all, particularly children from diverse demographics.
Google’s expansion in Southeast Asia is not limited to Malaysia. The company has also announced a major investment of 36 billion Thai baht ($1 billion) in Thailand to establish a new data center and expand its cloud infrastructure.
With the addition of data centers in Malaysia and Thailand, Google will have doubled its number of cloud regions in Southeast Asia.