KUALA TERENGGANU, June 3 — Deputy Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for the Bumiputera economic agenda to advance beyond participation and focus on ownership, technological mastery, and leadership in strategic value chains to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving global economy, yesterday.
Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Bumiputera Entrepreneur Economic Convention (KEUB) 2026 in Terengganu on Wednesday, Ahmad Zahid said Bumiputera entrepreneurs must position themselves at the forefront of the digital economy, artificial intelligence (AI), and emerging technologies.
He stressed that the future of Bumiputera economic empowerment depends on their ability to become value creators, platform owners, innovation leaders, and key players in sectors that will drive future economic growth.
“The world is changing rapidly. Bumiputera entrepreneurs must not only participate in the economy but also lead and shape it through innovation, technology, and strategic ownership,” he said.
Ahmad Zahid noted that strengthening the Bumiputera economy requires a comprehensive and coordinated approach involving the government, educational institutions, industry players, government agencies, government-linked companies (GLCs), and entrepreneurs themselves.
He said increasingly complex economic challenges demand stronger collaboration across all stakeholders to build an ecosystem that supports sustainable growth and competitiveness.
The Deputy Prime Minister expressed hope that KEUB 2026 would serve as a turning point for more decisive and effective implementation of initiatives aimed at empowering Bumiputera entrepreneurs and businesses.
He added that the ideas, proposals, and resolutions discussed throughout the convention must be translated into concrete actions capable of creating greater opportunities and enhancing Bumiputera participation and leadership in the nation’s strategic sectors.
Ahmad Zahid said the success of the Bumiputera economic agenda would depend on collective commitment and sustained efforts to ensure meaningful progress in the years ahead.
— MINUTESMY
— SOURCE : FB ZAHID HAMIDI
