Malaysia–China Intelligent Digital Conference (MC-IDC)
The Malaysia–China Intelligent Digital Conference (MC-IDC) is a flagship international conference platform established under the Malaysia–China International Strategic Alliance (MC-ISCA) to strengthen strategic collaboration between Malaysia and China in the areas of:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Intelligent Digital Transformation
- Smart Education
- TVET Transformation
- Research & Innovation
- Digital Economy
- Industry 4.0 & Industry 5.0
- Future Workforce Development
MC-IDC serves as a multidisciplinary international platform connecting:
- universities,
- researchers,
- industries,
- TVET institutions,
- technology providers,
- innovators,
- policymakers,
- and strategic organizations
through academic collaboration, innovation ecosystems, industrial networking and intelligent digital transformation initiatives.
The conference aims to create a sustainable Malaysia–China collaboration ecosystem capable of driving future global innovation, smart education transformation and AI-powered development.
Main Theme
“Advancing Intelligent Digital Collaboration Between Malaysia and China”
The conference theme reflects the strategic vision of strengthening intelligent collaboration between Malaysia and China through artificial intelligence, digital innovation, research collaboration and future ecosystem development.
The theme emphasizes:
- intelligent transformation,
- sustainable innovation,
- AI integration,
- smart education,
- digital ecosystem development,
- and global strategic collaboration.
The objectives of MC-IDC are:
1. Strengthening Malaysia–China Collaboration
To establish sustainable collaboration between Malaysian and Chinese universities, industries, institutions and strategic organizations.
2. Promoting AI and Intelligent Digital Transformation
To support AI-driven transformation across education, industry, research and innovation ecosystems.
3. Supporting Smart Education Ecosystems
To advance instructional design, educational technology, AI-driven learning and smart education transformation.
4. Developing AI-TVET Ecosystems
To strengthen future workforce competency development through AI-TVET and competency-based education ecosystems.
5. Encouraging Research and Innovation
To provide a global platform for research presentation, publication, innovation showcase and commercialization.
6. Building International Networks
To connect researchers, academicians, industries and innovators through sustainable global collaboration.
MC-IDC focuses on several major strategic domains:
Artificial Intelligence & Intelligent Systems
Topics include:
- Machine Learning
- Deep Learning
- Computer Vision
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Intelligent Automation
- AI Applications
- AI Operations & Maintenance
Intelligent Digital Transformation
Topics include:
- Industry 4.0
- Industry 5.0
- Smart Industry
- Digital Economy
- Smart Systems
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Cloud Computing
- Big Data Analytics
Smart Education & Learning Technologies
Topics include:
- Smart Learning Ecosystems
- Educational Technology
- Instructional Design
- AI-driven Learning
- Learning Analytics
- LMS Ecosystems
- Digital Pedagogy
TVET & Future Skills Development
Topics include:
- AI-TVET
- Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET)
- Future Workforce Skills
- Work-Based Learning
- Micro-Credentials
- Digital Competency Ecosystems
Research, Innovation & Commercialisation
Topics include:
- Research Collaboration
- Innovation Ecosystems
- Technology Transfer
- Commercialisation
- Innovation Management
- Strategic Research Networks
The conference is organized into multiple thematic tracks:
- Artificial Intelligence & Intelligent Systems
- Intelligent Digital Transformation
- Smart Education & Learning Technology
- AI-TVET & Competency Development
- Big Data, IoT & Cloud Computing
- Industry 4.0 & Smart Manufacturing
- Digital Economy & Innovation Ecosystems
- Research Methodology & Innovation Research
- University–Industry Collaboration
- Future Workforce & Global Talent Development
Each track will feature:
- paper presentations,
- panel discussions,
- industry sharing sessions,
- and collaborative networking activities.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Conference Announcement | January 2026 |
| Abstract Submission Deadline | March 2026 |
| Acceptance Notification | April 2026 |
| Full Paper Submission | May 2026 |
| Early Bird Registration | May 2026 |
| Final Registration Deadline | June 2026 |
| Conference Date | July 2026 |
| Publication Process | August 2026 onward |
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| International Presenter | USD XXX |
| Local Presenter | RM XXX |
| Local Participant | RM XXX |
| Student Participant | RM XXX |
| Industry Participant | RM XXX |
| Virtual Participant | RM XXX |
Registration Includes
- Conference access
- Conference materials
- Digital certificate
- Proceedings access
- Networking sessions
- Keynote sessions
- Publication opportunities (selected papers)
Abstract Submission
Participants are required to submit:
- abstract title,
- author information,
- affiliation,
- keywords,
- and structured abstract.
Full Paper Requirements
Full papers should:
- follow the conference template,
- be written in English,
- follow academic formatting guidelines,
- and comply with ethical publication standards.
Submission Categories
- Research papers
- Conceptual papers
- Innovation papers
- Case studies
- Industry papers
- Poster presentations
Review Process
All submissions will undergo:
- peer-review evaluation,
- technical review,
- and editorial assessment.
Keynote Speakers
International experts from:
- universities,
- industries,
- technology companies,
- government agencies,
- and innovation ecosystems.
Featured Speaker Categories
- AI experts
- Digital transformation specialists
- Smart education leaders
- TVET experts
- Industry innovators
- Research leaders
The page should include:
- speaker photos,
- biographies,
- institutional affiliations,
- and presentation topics.
Programme Schedule
Suggested Programme Components
Opening Ceremony
Official launch and strategic welcome session.
Keynote Sessions
International keynote presentations from academic and industry leaders.
Parallel Sessions
Research paper presentation tracks.
Industry Sharing Sessions
Technology companies and industry ecosystem presentations.
Innovation Showcase
Research innovation and technology exhibition.
Strategic Networking Sessions
Collaboration meetings and partnership networking.
Award Ceremony
Recognition and appreciation session.
MC-IDC provides publication opportunities through:
- conference proceedings,
- indexed journals,
- special issue publications,
- Scopus collaboration,
- edited book chapters,
- and innovation showcase reports.
Selected high-quality papers may be considered for:
- Scopus-indexed journals,
- international journal collaborations,
- and strategic publication ecosystems.
Award Categories
Best Paper Award
Recognizing outstanding research contribution.
Best Presenter Award
Recognizing excellent presentation skills and research communication.
Best Innovation Award
Recognizing impactful innovation projects.
Best AI Application Award
Recognizing innovative AI implementation.
Young Researcher Award
Recognizing emerging researchers and future scholars.
Strategic Collaboration Award
Recognizing impactful institutional collaboration.
The conference welcomes collaboration from:
- universities,
- industries,
- technology companies,
- TVET institutions,
- government agencies,
- innovation centres,
- professional bodies,
- and international organizations.
Partnership Categories
- Strategic Partner
- Academic Partner
- Industry Partner
- Technology Partner
- Media Partner
- Sponsorship Partner
- Publication Partner
Conference Secretariat
Malaysia–China Intelligent Digital Conference (MC-IDC)
Suggested information:
- official email,
- conference website,
- WhatsApp contact,
- office address,
- social media platforms,
- and online inquiry form.
Inquiry Categories
- registration,
- paper submission,
- partnership,
- sponsorship,
- publication,
- and technical support.
Suggested CTA Buttons
- Register Now
- Submit Paper
- Become a Partner
- View Programme
- Contact Secretariat
- Download Brochure