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Axiata Group Berhad | Annual Report 2016
SHAPING THE FUTURE
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Continued Commitment to National Contribution and Sustainability
As long-term investors in our countries of operations, Axiata stands as one
of the largest contributors of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and national
taxes. The Group continues to contribute to the national development of
our countries of operation. Our regional capex spend is now USD11.1 billion
1
in eight countries for a period of five years, while our GDP contributions
are USD68.2 billion
2
in eight countries over the last five years. Throughout
our footprint, we have provided direct and indirect employment to over 1.2
million people.
Relentless Pursuit in Building the Digital Ecosystem and Talent
Development
Through the Axiata Digital Innovation Fund (ADIF) in partnership with
Malaysia Venture Capital Management Berhad (MAVCAP), Axiata continues
to support and catalyse the growth of digital entrepreneurs. At a RM100
million fund size, ADIF is the largest and most active digital venture capital
fund in Malaysia. Since 2014, ADIF has invested in 12 digital start-ups that
have collectively generated approximately RM56.6 million in revenue. Axiata
has established the same fund model in Cambodia in 2017, with plans to do
the same in Sri Lanka in 2018.
Our flagship corporate social responsibility programme with a commitment
of RM100 million over 10 years, the Axiata Young Talent Programme, has
contributed towards nation building through the leadership development of
1,129 talented young individuals since the programme’s inception in 2011.
For complete details of our EES initiatives, please refer to page 112 of
this Annual Report, as well as our standalone Sustainability and National
Contribution Report 2016.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
On behalf of the management of Axiata Group, I would like to thank our
Board of Directors for their invaluable insights and support in steering
Axiata on its transformation journey towards being a New Generation Digital
Champion. To our 25,000 employees across Asia, we are indebted to you for
the contributions of your exemplary work ethics and dedication.
I would also like to express our gratitude to our investors, partners and media.
Our appreciation also to governments and regulators for your co-operation
and facilitation throughout 2016. We remain committed to contributing to
the development of your nations for the long-term. Most of all, we would like
to acknowledge our approximately 320 million customers for their support
and loyalty.
TAN SRI JAMALUDIN IBRAHIM
Managing Director/President & Group Chief Executive Officer
PRESIDENT & GROUP CEO’S MESSAGE
1&2
Capex spend and GDP contributions covers seven countries of operation till 2015 excluding Nepal. 2016 figures include Nepal, bringing the total to eight countries.