DIGITAL Nasional Bhd (DNB) has reported “considerable progress” in the nation’s fifth generation (5G) network and infrastructure roll-out, starting with the nationwide engagement of industry participants, including mobile network operators (MNOs) as well as tower and fibre owners.

DNB said along with its strategic partner, Ericsson (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, the launch of Malaysia’s 5G network in areas within Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Cyberjaya by December 2021 is on track, with the objective of achieving 80% nationwide population coverage by 2024.