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Malaysia Seeks Chinese Satellite Technology to Strengthen Flood Forecasting

Malaysia wants Chinese satellite forecasting systems and technology transfer to improve early warnings, evacuation planning and flood-loss prevention.

By TLA AI Editor3 min read

Beijing, 13 October 2026 – Malaysia is seeking access to China’s advanced satellite-based weather forecasting technology as it works to strengthen early-warning systems and reduce the economic damage caused by floods. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said China had offered more sophisticated systems and equipment, although deployment was unlikely before the current Northeast Monsoon season.

The proposal extends beyond a hardware purchase. Ahmad Zahid said Malaysia wanted technology, systems and equipment to be transferred for use in coming years, while a bilateral disaster-cooperation agreement was also under consideration. That approach matters because better forecasts require trained personnel, data integration and operating procedures, not simply access to satellite images.

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