On 12 February 2025, MIDA and BEYOND4 Sdn. Bhd. formalised a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to drive talent development and support high-growth SMEs across Malaysia. The collaboration aims to strengthen Malaysia’s position as a hub for digital innovation and entrepreneurship, helping local companies adopt tech-driven business models and equipping the workforce with future-ready skills in line with NIMP 2030.

MIDA CEO Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim highlighted the role of this partnership in enabling SMEs and startups to scale globally, supported by MIDA’s Domestic Investment Coordination Platform (DICP) for access to funding, technology, and industry linkages.

BEYOND4 CEO, Mr. S.T. Rubaneswaran, reinforced the shared goal to accelerate Malaysia’s high-potential enterprises and talent pipeline. Through this partnership, MIDA and BEYOND4 will provide integrated support for local businesses, including financial assistance, collaboration opportunities with MNCs and research institutions, skills development, and improved digital infrastructure. By fostering innovation and global market access, the initiative is set to create high-value jobs and bolster Malaysia’s economic resilience through increased domestic and foreign investments.