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Malaysia sets strict environmental rules for data centres
Malaysia has approved 117 data centres, with 55 already operating. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says new projects face strict environmental conditions, reflecting concerns about the facilities’ energy and water demands as the country attracts more digital infrastructure investment.
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