Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing arm of Chinese tech giant Alibaba Group, has announced plans to launch new data centres in Malaysia and the Philippines, further expanding its presence in Southeast Asia.
This strategic move is part of Alibaba Cloud’s ongoing commitment to boosting digital infrastructure across the region and supporting local businesses with secure, scalable, and high-performance cloud solutions.
Strengthening Southeast Asia’s Digital Ecosystem
With the rise of cloud adoption in Southeast Asia, the demand for localized infrastructure has grown significantly. By opening new data centres in Malaysia and the Philippines, Alibaba Cloud aims to:
Improve data latency and service reliability for regional customers Support regulatory compliance by allowing data to be stored within national borders Empower local enterprises, startups, and public sector agencies with AI-driven cloud services, including computing, storage, security, and data analytics
Focus on Regional Innovation and Digital Sovereignty
The expansion reinforces Alibaba Cloud’s position as a key player in Southeast Asia’s cloud computing landscape. It also supports broader national digital transformation agendas in both countries, which have prioritized cloud infrastructure as a foundation for economic growth and innovation.
“This move demonstrates Alibaba Cloud’s long-term commitment to helping businesses in Southeast Asia innovate and thrive in the digital age,” the company said in a statement.
Ongoing Global Expansion
Alibaba Cloud already operates data centres in several other Asia-Pacific markets, including Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand. With the addition of Malaysia and the Philippines, the company is poised to further enhance its regional resilience and customer reach.
This expansion is expected to provide a boost to local economies by creating new tech jobs and fostering greater digital competitiveness among local enterprises.