Malaysia Nears Completion National AI Action Plan Advancing Security Privacy

In 2025, significant strides are being made globally to govern and integrate artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly. Malaysia is finalizing its National Artificial Intelligence Action Plan, emphasizing transparency, accountability, privacy-by-design, security-by-design, and maintaining a human touch to avoid bias and mistakes, while also spearheading regional efforts through the ASEAN AI Safety Network and Cybersecurity Cooperation Strategy. Concurrently, President Trump has released the "Winning the Race: America’s AI Action Plan," which proposes over 90 policy changes focusing on deregulation, infrastructure modernization, and workforce development, rejecting a government-directed approach favored by the previous administration. His plan contrasts with earlier federal efforts by emphasizing cybersecurity and innovation as complementary goals and does not call for state-level reforms, despite rapid legislative activity at state and local levels. The ongoing debates around AI governance reflect a broader global effort to balance technological advancement with ethical considerations and human oversight. These initiatives highlight the dual focus on harnessing AI's benefits while safeguarding privacy, security, and societal values.