Unlocking Pahang’s future through focused strategies and transformative initiatives.
Designed as a roadmap for Pahang to accelerate its transformation into the startup epicentre of the East Coast.
The Pahang Startup Roadmap (SPRINT) 2030 is unlocking new growth opportunities for its people and economy. Structured across seven key chapters, it provides a clear vision, actionable strategies, and measurable outcomes to position Pahang as a credible player in Malaysia’s innovation landscape.
Ensuring combined funding exceeding RM100 million from state and private funds to support the Pahang startup ecosystem.
Securing a government grant allocation of RM30 million for the Pahang startup ecosystem.
Establishing a market presence for startup companies in ASEAN, Greater Asia or Europe.
Scaling 5 startup companies to achieve a valuation worth RM100 million or more.
Attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) totalling RM30 million into Pahang.
Building a community of over 300 local and international startup companies in Pahang.
Forging over 150 collaborations with local and international organisations.
Facilitating 3 successful ’startup exits’ from the Pahang startups ecosystem.
Establishing an Incubation Hub certified by Malaysia Digital in Pahang.
Creating over 2,000 job opportunities within the Pahang startups ecosystem.
The only state in Peninsular Malaysia with direct access to six other states.
Bridging Malaysia’s East and West Coast for faster access to global markets.
Kuantan Port, a key logistics hub on one of the world’s most critical maritime trade routes.
Renowned for its thriving tourism, industrial and agriculture sectors.
