Axiata affirms commitment to Living Wage policy, prepares workforce for AI Era

Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, December 19, 2025 -- Axiata Group Berhad (“Axiata” or “the Group”) today announced that all its permanent employees in Malaysia earn above the Living Wage threshold of RM3,100 per month, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to the Ministry of Finance’s Living Wage initiative under the Ekonomi MADANI framework. This commitment reflects Axiata’s belief that fair pay is the foundation of a progressive and inclusive workplace.

Through the Government-linked Enterprises Activation and Reform Programme (GEAR-uP) initiative, Axiata joins Government-Linked Companies (GLCs) and Government-Linked Investment Companies (GLICs) in uplifting working standards and improving the quality of life for Malaysians.

The Living Wage benchmark, based on the Belanjawanku 2024/2025 Expenditure Guide, exceeds the current minimum wage of RM1,700 and ensures employees can live with dignity, security, and opportunity. It includes total compensation including salary, allowances, EPF contributions, insurance, and statutory deductions. This enables its employees to meet essential living costs, save for emergencies and retirement, and participate meaningfully in society.

Beyond fair pay, Axiata is preparing its workforce for the future of work through holistic well-being initiatives and AI upskilling. Under the Axiata.AI framework, a Group-wide initiative to embed AI capabilities across operations and talent development, employees gain access to Generative AI and machine learning courses.

These efforts reflect Axiata’s vision of becoming an AI-native organisation by enabling employees to harness emerging technologies and elevate their capabilities. Axiata will continue to evolve its people strategies to empower employees and advance Malaysia’s vision for sustainable and inclusive economic growth.

Tan Sri Shahril Ridza Ridzuan - Chairman of Axiata

"At Axiata, our commitment goes beyond financial performance, it is also about building a future where our people and communities thrive. As we embrace digital transformation and AI capabilities, we remain steadfast in creating long-term value for all stakeholders."

Vivek Sood - Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Axiata

"Fair compensation is just the starting point. At Axiata, we are committed to creating an environment where our people thrive physically, emotionally, and professionally. By embedding holistic well-being and future-ready skills into our employee value proposition, we empower our people to continue shaping the future of Malaysia and the broader South and Southeast Asia region."

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