Malaysia optimistic Asean will conclude digital economy framework deal by year-end

Malaysia optimistic Asean will conclude digital economy framework deal by year-end

KOTA TINGGI, Mar 1 — Malaysia, as Asean chair, is optimistic the bloc will substantially conclude the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) in time for the Asean Leaders’ Summit at the end of the year. Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said discussions on DEFA have made positive progress. “We should be on track. What was agreed upon today is to ensure we conclude it this year and for Asean members t…