University Malaysia of Computer Science and Engineering (UNIMY) marked a significant milestone recently with an exciting courtesy visit to Datuk Tengku Mohd Azzman Shariffadeen, the esteemed Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Advisor to the Prime Minister of Malaysia. The event served as an inspiring exchange of ideas between one of the nation’s most visionary minds and UNIMY’s top leadership.

Datuk Tengku Azzman is no stranger to anyone familiar with Malaysia’s digital evolution. As President of the Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM), Adjunct Professor at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and Board Member of Pernec Corporation Berhad, his influence spans decades of groundbreaking progress. He played a foundational role in establishing MIMOS and was instrumental in launching the Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC)—transformative initiatives that laid the bedrock for Malaysia’s digital infrastructure.

Representing UNIMY at this high-profile meeting were Mr. Thillai Raj Ramanathan, Chief Technology Officer of BAC Group; Professor Ts. Dr. Salwani Mohd Daud, Vice Chancellor of UNIMY; and Puan Noor Azizah Atdenan, UNIMY Registrar. The conversation with Datuk Tengku Azzman proved to be nothing short of electrifying—rich in insight, vision and shared commitment to Malaysia’s digital future.

Among the key topics explored were Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the national blueprint for Progressive Malaysia 2050—areas that align perfectly with UNIMY’s mission of nurturing digitally fluent graduates and future-ready leaders. Datuk Tengku Azzman offered more than a recount of past achievements; he delivered forward-thinking perspectives, shaped by years of national service and global engagement.

The session left the UNIMY delegation energised, reaffirming the university’s role as a catalyst for technological transformation and human capital development. With Datuk Tengku Azzman’s visionary leadership offering both context and inspiration, the visit underscored the importance of strategic collaboration in shaping a digitally empowered, globally competitive Malaysia.

This momentous engagement signals yet another step in UNIMY’s ongoing journey to connect academia with national innovation efforts. As UNIMY continues to forge partnerships with thought leaders and policymakers, students and staff alike can look forward to playing an active role in defining Malaysia’s digital destiny.

Indeed, the future is now—and at UNIMY, you are part of the story.