Why Negeri Sembilan
for AI Development?
A state transforming into Malaysia's next smart economic hub with over RM100 billion in committed AI, semiconductor, and data center investments.
Malaysia Vision Valley 2.0
Spanning 153,000 hectares across Seremban and Port Dickson, Malaysia Vision Valley 2.0 (MVV 2.0) is a megaproject designed to transform Negeri Sembilan into a world-class metropolis anchored in high-value industries.
With over RM24.1 billion in foreign investments attracted since 2019, MVV 2.0 is rapidly becoming a magnet for semiconductor, aerospace, AI, and biotechnology companies from South Korea, Singapore, France, China, and Taiwan.
Semiconductor Valley
RM2.75B in E&E investments since 2019
Aerospace Valley
Asia's aerospace hub with Turkish Aerospace
Biotech Hub
Halal & biotechnology manufacturing
SPD Tech Valley
523-acre smart industrial park
MVV 2.0 Key Parcels
MVV City
Mixed development urban centre
High-Tech Industrial Park
2,838-acre tech manufacturing zone
NS Aerospace Valley (NSAV)
Aspiring Asia's main aerospace hub
NS Semiconductor Valley (NSSV)
National Semiconductor Strategy pillar
RM24.1 billion in foreign investments since 2019 from South Korea, Singapore, France, China, and Taiwan.
Nilai Advanced Photonic AI Manufacturing City
The world's first large-scale photonic computing and semiconductor initiative, where data moves through light instead of electricity—enabling dramatically higher speeds, lower heat, and far greater energy efficiency.
US$20 Billion
Total planned investment over five years, a collaboration between the Hosein Family Office (USA) and Gan Family Office (Malaysia) contributing 3,000 acres of land.
Photonic Computing
Breakthrough technology using light-based data transfer instead of electricity. Chipset integration facilities, glass interposer factories, and AI compute assembly lines.
60,000 Jobs
40,000 high-paying skilled jobs and 20,000 indirect jobs across supporting industries. Includes a deep-tech engineering and technology training academy.
What's Being Built
AI-Ready Data Centres
Negeri Sembilan is emerging as a major data centre corridor in Malaysia, with two large-scale facilities under construction backed by both local and international investors.
Nexus Yang Green Data Centre
A 350 MW AI-ready green data centre in Nilai by Vena Nexus. Four-phase delivery with approximately MYR 20 billion in long-term capital investment. Groundbreaking commenced in March 2026.
Gamuda AI Technology Data Centre
A 158-hectare data centre campus in Springhill, Port Dickson developed by Gamuda DC Infrastructure. RM424.4 million land acquisition completed. Includes a dedicated 67 million litres/day water treatment plant.
Why Data Centres Choose Negeri Sembilan
Reliable Power Grid
TNB infrastructure with capacity for high-density compute expansion.
Sufficient Water Capacity
Dedicated water infrastructure with new 67M litres/day treatment plant.
Low Flood Risk
Significantly lower flood risk compared to some KL/Selangor areas.
Competitive Costs
30-50% lower land and operational costs compared to KL/Selangor.
Fibre Connectivity
Access to submarine cable routes and existing fibre backbone.
Available Industrial Land
Large freehold land parcels ready for hyperscale development.
At the Crossroads of Malaysia's Digital Economy
Negeri Sembilan's unique geography places it adjacent to Malaysia's most critical tech and transport infrastructure.
Adjacent to KLIA
The Enstek/Nilai corridor sits immediately adjacent to KLIA and KLIA2, providing direct international air connectivity for business and logistics.
Near Cyberjaya
Borders Malaysia's established tech hub Cyberjaya and the administrative capital Putrajaya, enabling ecosystem spillover and talent access.
Highway Network
North-South Expressway connectivity linking to KL (60 km), Johor, and Melaka. Rail access via KTM to the Greater KL economic region.
Lower Costs
30-50% lower land and operational costs versus KL/Selangor, with lower cost of living making it attractive for both companies and talent.
Malaysia Digital Status
Companies in Negeri Sembilan can apply for Malaysia Digital (formerly MSC) status through MDEC, unlocking tax incentives, grants, and ecosystem support.
National AI Alignment
Aligned with Malaysia's National AI Action Plan 2026-2030 and MyDIGITAL blueprint. RM13.29 billion in AI-sector investment approved in H1 2025 alone.
A Growing Cluster of Tech Talent
The Nilai-Seremban corridor hosts a concentration of higher education institutions offering specialised programmes in engineering, computer science, and information technology, cultivating a skilled workforce for the state's tech ambitions.
Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM)
Nilai — Islamic sciences and technology programmes
INTI International University
Nilai — Computing and IT degrees
Nilai University
Nilai — Engineering and technology programmes
Manipal International University
Nilai — Computer science and engineering
UiTM Negeri Sembilan
Multiple campuses — Broad technical programmes
~7,000
new jobs from AI-sector investments approved in H1 2025 alone
Universities in Nilai-Seremban corridor
Skilled jobs from Photonic AI City
Skills Development
The Photonic AI Manufacturing City includes a dedicated deep-tech engineering and technology training academy. Politeknik Nilai offers PROSKILL technical executive diploma programmes, and local universities are expanding their AI and data science curricula to meet industry demand.
Powered by Malaysia's AI Ambition
Negeri Sembilan's growth is backed by Malaysia's national commitment to becoming a regional AI leader, with billions flowing into the digital economy.
National AI Investment Target
Malaysia is on track to secure RM169 billion in AI investment, reinforced by the National AI Action Plan 2026-2030.
Digital Economy Blueprint
The Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint targets making Malaysia a regional digital economy leader by 2030, with MDEC administering incentives and grants.
New Industrial Master Plan
The New Industrial Master Plan 2030 emphasises high-tech manufacturing and digital services, creating funding channels for tech initiatives in states like Negeri Sembilan.
Be Part of Negeri Sembilan's AI Future
AI Valley 2026 is where the state's AI ecosystem comes together. Join 3,000 professionals, students, and innovators at Karisma Arena, Seremban.