Fahmi Fadzil: 5G network users in Malaysia now at 18.19 million, Sarawak has the lowest 5G coverage at 63.8%

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Previously, we shared how Malaysia’s 5G network coverage has reached 82.4% of populated areas nationwide as of 31 December 2024. Well, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has provided more in-depth data on the matter, revealing that 5G network users in Malaysia have reached 53.35% or 18.19 million subscribers as of the same date.

Taking to his official Facebook page, Fahmi added that this is a good achievement in such a short period and lauded it as a big step in the Ministry’s efforts to develop a better telecommunication network for all. The data revealed was among the items presented at the 5G Dual Network Implementation Coordination Meeting that Fahmi chaired at the Ministry of Communications today. 

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The Communications Minister also shared the 5G network achievements as of Q4 2024, which revealed that the average 5G network download speed is 174Mbps. Moreover, a breakdown of the 5G network coverage in each Malaysian state was also shown, with Kuala Lumpur having the highest coverage at 97.8% and Sarawak the lowest at 63.8%. 

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