Policy1 hOctober 19, 2026, 12:03

DNB Set To Exit Government Ownership

Malaysia's national 5G operator Digital Nasional Berhad has closed a RM5.2 billion syndicated Islamic term financing with five financial institutions, clearing its government-guaranteed debt by end-September 2026. Ownership is set to shift to CelcomDigi, Maxis and YTL Power in Q4 2026, while the government keeps a special share.

Lowyat.NET

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RM5.2 billion facility replaces the government-guaranteed revolving credit
Government financial obligations to DNB hit zero at end-September 2026
Ownership moves to CelcomDigi, Maxis and YTL Power in Q4 2026
DNB secured the full 100MHz in the 3.3–3.4GHz band from October 1

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