It is both a great pleasure and an honour to welcome all delegates and participants to Kuala Lumpur for the SMART NATION EXPO 2024. This event stands as one of the largest of its kind in the region, featuring 607 exhibitors from 31 countries and attracting over 21,000 visitors from 73 countries. The Ministry of Digital, Malaysia has been at the forefront of driving the nation’s digital transformation. Our efforts include the establishment of strategic partnerships with both public and private sectors to ensure a cohesive approach to the digital agenda, as well as the establishment of regulatory frameworks and laws to ensure a safe and secure digital ecosystem.

I would like to extend a warm welcome to all participants of the 4th Smart Nation Expo, hosted in our beautiful city of Kuala Lumpur. In conjunction with the theme chosen, “Smart Innovations for Digital Transformation”, the Smart Nation Expo 2024 will also feature the International Exhibition on Smart Cities, 5G and Emerging Technologies and Solutions as well as the Asia Smart Cities Summit 2024. I am delighted to learn that Smart Nations Expo 2024 continues to focus on smart cities through the Asia Smart Cities Summit 2024.

It is with great pleasure and honor that I welcome all delegates and participants to Kuala Lumpur for the SMART NATION Expo 2024. This event stands as one of the largest of its kind in the region, bringing together 607 exhibitors from 31 countries and welcoming over 21,000 visitors from 73 nations. As the leader in national infrastructure and construction industry development, we recognize that in today's rapidly evolving world, the construction sector must embrace technological disruption through innovations such as the Industrialised Building System (IBS), Building Information Modelling (BIM), and automation.

It is indeed my pleasure to welcome you to the 4th edition of SMART NATION 2024 and EVM ASIA 2024, the International Electrified Vehicle and Mobility Technology Exhibition, scheduled for 19-21 November 2024 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur. MITI warmly welcomes Informa Markets Malaysia’s initiative to organise SMART NATION 2024 and EVM ASIA 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, which provides a valuable platform for stakeholders to network, build partnerships and source for new technology and innovations. I wish all exhibitors and visitors a productive and rewarding experience at SMART NATION 2024 and EVM ASIA 2024.

A warm welcome to all participants of Smart Nation Expo 2024. With the theme, 'Smart Innovations for Digital Transformation', the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) is proud to be part of the 4th edition of Smart Nation Expo to promote solution providers and leading players within the digitalisation ecosystem. The initiatives on SMART NATION technologies under MOSTI are paving the way for self-reliance in smart technology, which will form a strong pillar of nation-building and economic development.

The Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Malaysia warmly supports the initiatives undertaken by Informa Markets Malaysia in organising the Smart Nation Expo 2024 from 19-21 November 2024 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur. The Ministry encourages industries to embrace continuous innovation in sustainable practices. It simply makes sense to do so because it not only allows businesses to meet the demands of increasingly ESG-conscious consumers but also because mastering them will make for more efficient production and reduce overheads.

The Ministry of Education (MoE) aims to provide high-quality education and education opportunities for all which is aligned with Sustainable Development Goals 4 (SDG 4): Quality Education. On behalf of the Ministry, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all participants of the Smart Nation Expo 2024. We are honoured to support this prestigious event under the inspiring theme “SMART INNOVATIONS FOR DIGITAL TRANSFORMATIONS.” As we gather at Smart Nation Expo, we are reminded of education's critical role in fostering innovation and driving digital transformation.

A warm welcome to all respective delegates, participants and fellow guests of the 4th Smart Nation Expo 2024, the Southeast Asia’s Biggest Tech Event on 5G, Smart Cities, IR4.0, Emerging Technologies and Applications - where innovation thrives, and possibilities abound. Malaysia specifically has been rapidly advancing, driven by government initiatives, a robust infrastructure, and a thriving start-up ecosystem. To this end, I am certain that Malaysia’s current tech landscape is poised for significant growth, making it an exciting area for innovation as well as investment.

On behalf of the Department of Agriculture, it is our great pleasure to welcome you to this year’s SMART NATION EXPO 2024. We are thrilled to showcase our latest innovations and initiatives designed to drive the future of agriculture through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. In a world where technological advancements are rapidly transforming industries, our commitment to integrating smart solutions into agriculture has never been more crucial. This expo represents a unique opportunity for us to share our vision of a more efficient, sustainable, and resilient agricultural sector with you.

It is my distinct pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all exhibitors, speakers, delegates, and visitors to the region’s most anticipated tech event in Kuala Lumpur. This remarkable occasion comes at a pivotal moment, as cities across the region are increasingly poised to embrace Smart City initiatives that drive sustainable development and elevate the quality of life for all citizens in our ever-evolving digital age. As the Strategic Partner of Smart Nation Expo 2024, we are excited to share insights into our efforts in monitoring and advancing the national cybersecurity and digital security agenda.

It is with great pleasure and honour that I extend a warm welcome to all of you on behalf of the SIRIM Berhad at SMART NATION EXPO 2024. As Malaysia's leading industrial research, innovation and technology organisation with almost fifty years of expertise, SIRIM leverages its extensive knowledge base to foster advancements in manufacturing, technology, and services. This prestigious event will convene stakeholders from across the region to showcase cutting-edge innovations, share valuable insights, and set common standards for the Digital Transformation industry.

On behalf of The Electrical and Electronics Association of Malaysia (TEEAM), I extend a warm welcome to all of you attending the Smart Nation Expo 2024, to be held from 19 - 21 November 2024 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur. This event is a significant platform that showcases innovative technologies and solutions driving the digital transformation of our nation. The theme of this year’s expo, "Smart Innovations for Digital Transformation," resonates deeply with TEEAM's vision of a sustainable and technologically advanced Malaysia.