Malaysia’s Prime Minister積極地將加密貨幣和區塊鏈技術整合到該國的金融體系中

馬來西亞首相拿督斯里安華依布拉欣積極地將加密貨幣和區塊鏈技術整合到該國的金融體系中。安華與幣安合作並借鑒阿拉伯聯合酋長國 (UAE) 的見解，旨在將馬來西亞定位為該地區金融科技的領導者。

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is making efforts to integrate cryptocurrency and blockchain technology into the country’s financial system.

During a three-day visit to Abu Dhabi, Anwar met with officials from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) to discuss strategies for adopting cryptocurrency and blockchain.

Highlighting the UAE’s success as a global fintech hub, he stressed the need for Malaysia to innovate to remain competitive.

Anwar stated that the Treasury, Securities Commission, and Bank Negara Malaysia will work together to evaluate the policy framework, focusing on regulation and public safety to ensure balanced and effective implementation.

He expressed confidence that Malaysia can replicate the UAE’s achievements while leveraging Binance’s expertise to foster digital finance development.

“This is not just about approval but expediting transformation,” Anwar said, emphasizing the need for a modernized financial system.

The proposed plan includes nurturing talent, building industry competence, and creating a favorable environment for digital finance.

Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao clarified that discussions with Malaysian officials covered the broader cryptocurrency sector rather than Binance-specific projects.

Talks centered on regulatory frameworks, potential risks, and cross-border collaborations, setting the stage for a forward-thinking approach to blockchain technology.

A cabinet paper outlining the initiative is being prepared, reflecting Malaysia’s intention to align with global digital finance trends.

The move is expected to boost economic growth and enhance Malaysia’s role in the blockchain ecosystem.

Cryptocurrency is currently regulated by the Securities Commission (SC) in Malaysia, which classifies digital assets as securities under existing laws.

While cryptocurrencies are legal, they are not recognized as official tender or payment instruments by the central bank.

However, businesses operating in the crypto space are still subject to Malaysia’s income tax laws, ensuring alignment with local regulations.