It has 4 radio and 4 TV channels. Microsoft Corporation announced an equity investment in Measat and will work to develop new interactive content for television and internet based on the Advanced Television Enhancement Forum standards. A key factor in determining Malaysia s success in the broadcasting sector is the training and availability of skilled personnel. Malaysia is interested in increasing the number of creative and technically astute media personnel. There is, therefore, an opportunity for British institutions of higher learning to offer degrees in IT and multimedia arts.
Local universities are also interested in distance learning programmes.
Opportunities in training is one of the key areas identified. A key factor in determining Malaysia s growth and success in this sector is the availability of skilled and trained personnel. There is scope for British institutions of higher learning to offer degrees locally. A full contact list is available from the British High Commission, Kuala Lumpur, under British Trade International arrangements. Dato' is a title.