Malaysia explores faster shift to quantum-resistant data security
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has directed MCMC to discuss possible cooperation with security agencies and telecommunications companies.
Malaysia is examining how to speed up the adoption of quantum-resistant security, with Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil seeking discussions between telecommunications companies and national security bodies on protecting the country’s data.
Speaking to reporters at Mobile World Congress (MWC) Doha 2026, Fahmi said he had asked the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to engage with the National Security Council (MKN), the National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA) and telcos. Possible cooperation includes creating a research and development space to support a quicker, more secure transition.
Quantum migration involves replacing existing digital security arrangements with encryption designed to withstand threats from future quantum computers. Fahmi warned that commercially available quantum computers could challenge the encryption and cryptography used to protect information. He expects quantum-safe communications and migration to become important issues for governments.
Fahmi has previously urged telcos to adapt their structures and business models for quantum communications, quantum encryption and satellite communications. He also pointed to Telekom Malaysia’s gradual move from conventional fixed-line services towards a technology-focused organisation as an example of that evolution.
