The roll-out of broadband infrastructure will be accelerated through a public-private partnership initiative to achieve 50% household penetration by 2010.
Demand for broadband will be stimulated by expanding e-Government applications, developing local content and applications with private sector participation, and intensifying awareness campaigns.
To accelerate and support growth as well as improve connectivity, measures will be taken to increase infrastructure network and coverage.
A transport master plan will be formulated to guide the development of a more comprehensive infrastructure network and integrated multi-modal transport system.
Additional integrated transport terminals will be developed, particularly in major cities to increase integration between various modes of transport and improve network efficiency.
Efforts will be focused on improving capacity and enhancing efficiency of the infrastructure facilities, including the upgrading of ports and airports.
The construction and upgrading of roads and implementation of the Ipoh-Padang Besar and Seremban-Gemas electrified double tracking projects will also be initiated to cater to the increasing traffic volume and international trade.
Strategic alliances between domestic transport service providers with global partners will be promoted to leverage on their expertise and international networks.
Sustainable development of the energy sector will be emphasised to ensure long-term energy security in light of rising energy prices and the need to conserve depleting energy resources.
This includes expanding generation capacity as well as strengthening transmission system and distribution networks in Sabah and Sarawak.
Initiatives will be intensified to encourage productive and prudent use of energy resources.
Efforts will be undertaken to intensify R&D on clean and cost-effective renewable energy-based technologies to expedite the development of alternative sources of energy towards enhancing energy security.
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Quelle/Source: The Malaysia Star, 27.06.2008
