KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9, 2025 — Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia (UPTM) continues to advance its role as a progressive and internationally competitive MARA institution, serving as the academic co-host and strategic partner for the ASEAN+3 Forum on Women and Digitalisation 2025, held at Sheraton Imperial Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

Carrying the theme “Empowering Rural Women through Digital Inclusion for Sustainable Futures,” the prestigious forum served as a vital platform to discuss strategies for empowering rural women through technology and digital innovation — in line with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5: Gender Equality and Women Empowerment.

UPTM proudly showcased the participation of its academic leadership as forum panelists and moderators, featuring:

• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sharifah Syahirah Sy Shiekh, Vice-Chancellor of UPTM

• Prof. Ts. Dr. Zahrah Yahya, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Internationalisation)

• Prof. Dato’ Dr. Rashila Ramli, Fellow Professor, UPTM

Their involvement underscored UPTM’s expertise and commitment in promoting digital inclusivity while positioning the university as a knowledge leader and advocate for sustainable development within the ASEAN region.

Through active engagement in such international dialogues, UPTM continues to strengthen its academic footprint, champion women’s empowerment, and contribute to the shared vision of a digitally inclusive and equitable future for all.