Nationwide plan kicks-off in Penang at newly launched Digital Ministry office US$6.
By Digital News Asia January 15, 2025US$6.9m awarded to Penang-based MD grant recipients, 173 have MD-status
It includes an engagement programme with Penang based SME associations in the newly opened Ministry of Digital’s Zon Utara Office in George Town. “At MDEC, we are dedicated to providing SMEs with practical digital solutions to enhance efficiency and competitiveness,” he added. The MD status aims to support businesses involved in digital and technological activities. It offers a variety of benefits to companies with the MD status, including tax incentives, grants and funding, business matching and access to networks.
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