“This is one of the features of 5G, which offers a specific, secure slice of the spectrum (to create) a private 5G network,” Fahmi said during a press conference at the Asia International Security Summit and Expo (AISSE 2025).

“It’s something the industry has been discussing,” he said, adding that the government has been requested to make the service available in Malaysia.

Fahmi said the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission is looking to equip critical agencies, such as the police, with the best available technology.

He said the feature, which falls under the Internet of Things category, allows organisations to pull data from connected devices in a secure and efficient manner.

“Having a dedicated slice ensures bandwidth exclusivity for an organisation,” he added.

The minister said the suggestion was made during ongoing discussions over the deployment of encrypted private networks for law enforcement agencies.

He added that the network slicing technology could also be made available to industries and private companies.

Earlier, Fahmi gave a talk on cybersecurity at the AISSE 2025, which is being held at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre.

He spoke about the need for internet security and greater accessibility as more rural communities, including the Orang Asli, gain access to the internet.

Fahmi, however, also said the government was at the same time concerned about the impact of increased access to pornography and online gambling sites.

“Users could also fall victim to online scams,” he said, adding that his ministry was working to raise online safety awareness among students.