MDEC has launched DEX CONNEX 2025 in the Philippines, uniting 49 Malaysian tech firms with 43 Filipino partners to drive cross-border digital collaboration. The event saw the exchange of 14 MoUs, including a landmark partnership between MDEC and DBP Data Center Incorporated.
PHILIPPINES, 24 APRIL 2025 – The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) has officially launched its flagship market access initiative, DEX CONNEX 2025, in the Philippines, marking a pivotal moment in Malaysia–Philippines digital cooperation. The two-day programme brings together 49 Malaysian tech companies and 43 Filipino partners, forming a vibrant hub for innovation, bilateral engagement, and market exploration.
DEX CONNEX Philippines 2025 is part of MDEC’s broader Digital Exports (DEX) Programme, designed to fast-track Malaysian technology companies into high-growth markets through targeted partnerships and strategic exposure.
One of the event’s most significant milestones is the exchange of 14 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), including a landmark MoU between MDEC and DBP Data Center Incorporated (DCI). This agreement, formalised by MDEC CEO Anuar Fariz Fadzil and DCI President & CEO Michielson L. Luakian, underscores both nations’ shared commitment to strengthening digital infrastructure and innovation across borders.
“Today’s launch marks a new chapter in the growing partnership between Malaysia and the Philippines,” said Anuar. “Through DEX CONNEX, we aim to catalyse cross-border innovation and unlock new economic opportunities—championing our digital companies and advancing Malaysia’s position as a regional digital powerhouse.”
Anuar further emphasized the importance of deepening ASEAN cooperation. “Our shared vision with our Filipino counterparts is to nurture inclusive and sustainable digital growth. By leveraging the strength of our tech ecosystems, we are confident in achieving long-term, meaningful impact.”
DEX CONNEX continues to serve as a vital bridge between Malaysia and its regional partners, accelerating the digital economy and shaping the future of Southeast Asia’s tech landscape.
