- China Mobile International debuts MVNO in Malaysia, broadening its global footprint
- Partnership deepens collaboration to spur telecoms growth and innovation
Maxis Berhad, Malaysia’s leading integrated telco, has announced a partnership with China Mobile International (CMI) to launch CMLink, CMI’s Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) business, in Malaysia. In a statement, the company noted that the partnership was formalised during the 2025 China Mobile SEA Cooperation Conference held in Kuala Lumpur on 13 August 2025.
The partnership further deepens the ongoing collaboration between CMI and Maxis to accelerate growth and innovation in the telecommunications sector.
CMLink will be hosted on Maxis’ nationwide network, leveraging its fast, reliable and secure infrastructure to deliver a seamless voice and data experience across 4G and 5G. Maxis also reaffirmed its commitment to supporting CMI’s network needs through its advanced, integrated capabilities, which combine extensive fibre infrastructure with a modern mobile network.
According to Maxis, this partnership marks CMI’s first MVNO venture in Malaysia, expanding its global CMLink footprint following earlier launches in the UK, Singapore, Japan, Thailand and Italy. CMLink’s key features include 1CMN (one card, multiple numbers) and China–Malaysia data sharing services. These services are designed for students and professionals living in or travelling to Malaysia, ensuring they remain connected seamlessly between China and Malaysia.
This collaboration builds on the longstanding relationship between Maxis and CMI, underscored by a Memorandum of Understanding signed in August 2024 to accelerate 5G initiatives and foster digital innovation. The partnership serves as a cornerstone of Maxis’ commitment to developing the MVNO ecosystem in Malaysia, highlighting its readiness to support innovative partners in this space.
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