CYBERJAYA: Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) affirms its commitment to the national implementation of 5G despite the government's plan to introduce a second network through a new entity in early 2024.

TM group chief executive officer Datuk Imri Mokhtar said it would be part of a task force, announced by the Communications and Digital Ministry, that would oversee the transition from a single wholesale network (SWN) under Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) to a dual-network.

"TM will be part of the task force. We also remain committed to the implementation of 5G in this country. With the widest fibre network, whether in the first phase as announced by the government or the next phase, TM is confident and committed to playing our role."

Imri was speaking to the media after the launch of TM Campus and Hari Raya open house here today.

On whether TM might take over DNB, Imri said it would hold further discussions and evaluations on the matter.

"Any development will be announced when any decision is made by TM," he said.

Yesterday, Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the ministry had agreed to form a task force to ensure the smooth implementation of the dual-network.

The announcement was made following a meeting with service providers on May 8 

The task force was to ensure the implementation of the 5G network under DNB would achieve 80 per cent coverage in populated areas by end-2023, and the transition to the dual-network model in early 2024.

Previously, Fahmi said the government would introduce a second 5G network through a new entity to be established in early 2024 and change the current implementation model of 5G from SWN to a dual-network.

TM Campus not only houses the group's new headquarters but also TM Innovation Hub, TM Network Operations Centre, and TM Core Data Centre.

It sits on an 11.33-hectare area and will promote collaboration and foster innovation-driven by human capital.

Imri said the TM Campus was another significant achievement for the company.

It marks TM's commitment to creating an innovative space that drives agility, flexibility and efficiency through digital collaboration and a hybrid work environment.

"TM is ready to drive higher productivity while instilling a sense of pride among TM staff through an exciting work environment and a hybrid policy that allows three days of work at the office and two days of work from anywhere.

The new facility also provides an open office space, technology infrastructure, and digital tools, as well as dedicated areas for collaboration, empowering members to deliver innovative solutions to customers.

It also features eco-friendly design with green spaces and natural lighting to create a healthy and inspiring work environment.

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