W.Media has partnered with Interconnect World as the official media partner and will be part of the Johor Interconnect Forum 2023.
The forum aims to gather over 200 hyperscalers, telcos, end-users and government representatives and will be held at DoubleTree Hilton, Johor, Malaysia on the 18th and 19th of September 2023.
Interconnect World, headquartered in Singapore, is a platform for global leaders in the digital infrastructure space to network, present ideas and information, and engage in conversations that will shape the future of the communications industry.
Topics shaping the digital infrastructure industry include land acquisition and development, investment, government policy, data sovereignty, cybersecurity, physical infrastructure such as cell towers and subsea cable networks, connectivity, and more.
The inaugural event by Interconnect World titled “Johor Interconnect Forum” will be the first of a series of larger conventions across APAC in 2024 including Dubai, Gold Coast, Johor, Bali and Macau.
The Johor Interconnect Forum is a private, exclusive senior-level event bringing together 200+ industry leaders in the global communications industry and is a prelude to a series of Interconnect World events happening in 2024. The forum has curated a strong agenda of insightful keynote speeches and discussions by industry leaders.
The collaboration with W.Media will amplify the forum’s influence and foster meaningful engagements within the digital infrastructure industry.
“Johor’s dynamic digital infrastructure is evident through the influx of billions in investments, positioning it as an evolving region. Its strategic location, in close proximity to Singapore, fosters connectivity and establishes Johor as an emerging regional hub for connectivity and digital infrastructure, poised to make a significant impact on the entire area. Together, Johor and Singapore form a powerful ecosystem, attracting international investments and further enhancing the region’s appeal as a thriving tech and digital center,” said Day Yun Chan of Interconnect World.
“This collaboration between W.Media and Interconnect World will create a powerful platform for industry leaders in the public and private sector of a nation’s digital infrastructure to be able to engage in thought leadership discussions that protect both public and private interests in the ever-increasing demand for data storage and sharing, connectivity, and access to sustainable innovations and renewable energy,” said Sam Narby of W.Media.
“In a world where digital infrastructure is growing exponentially and climate change concerns are becoming imperative to address, the partnership of W.Media and Interconnect World, with the support of the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), allows a wide-reaching platform for important dialogues which will lead to definitive action,” added Narby.
Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), a government agency under the purview of the Ministry of Communications and Digital, was established in 1996 to lead Malaysia’s digital economy. They are participating in the Johor Interconnect Forum as an anchor sponsor to further support the event and bring together key stakeholders from public and private sectors.
Mahadhir Aziz, CEO of Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) said: “As Malaysia’s lead digital economy agency, MDEC takes immense pride in fuelling the expansion of our nation’s data centre infrastructure capacities.”
“We stand at the forefront, championing collaborative synergy among investors, industries, policymakers, and regulators, all converging to strengthen the ecosystem and enhance Malaysia’s value proposition and competitiveness. As we accelerate the growth of our digital economy through the Malaysia Digital (MD) national strategic initiative and PEMANGKIN programmes, MDEC remains steadfast in cultivating robust partnerships and facilitating holistic development. Our commitment resonates in our support for Johor Interconnect Forum, which provides a platform for meaningful dialogues and exchanges that contribute to establishing Malaysia as the unrivalled Digital Hub of ASEAN,” he added.
About Johor Interconnect Forum 2023
Event Name: Johor Interconnect Forum 2023
Tagline: Connecting Malaysia and Singapore via Johor
Location: DoubleTree Hilton, Johor, Malaysia
Date: 18 and19 September 2023
Organizer: Interconnect World
Anchor Sponsor: Malaysia Digital Economy Malaysia (MDEC)
Official Media Partner: W.Media
To learn more about the Johor Interconnect Forum, September 19th, 2023:
https://interconnectworld.com/events/johor-interconnect-forum-2023/
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