🇲🇾 What Is Visi Sukan Negara 2030?

Malaysia’s 10-Year Vision to Build a Sporting Nation

Introduction

Visi Sukan Negara 2030 (VSN 2030) is Malaysia’s long-term strategic plan to shape the nation’s sporting future.
Launched in October 2022 by former Prime Minister Dato’ Sri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, it is a comprehensive ten-year roadmap under the Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS).

The goal is simple yet ambitious — to make Malaysia a truly sporting nation: a country where sports and active living become part of the national identity, contributing to unity, health, and economic progress.

🎯 The Purpose of VSN 2030

VSN 2030 was created to provide a clear and inclusive direction for Malaysia’s sports ecosystem — from grassroots development to elite performance.
It recognises that sport is not only about winning medals, but also:

  • strengthening national unity through shared passion,

  • improving public health and well-being,

  • nurturing youth talent, and

  • growing the sports economy as a new national industry.

In essence, it positions sport as both a social catalyst and economic driver for Malaysia’s Vision 2030 agenda.

🧩 Six Core Thrusts of VSN 2030

The framework is built around six main pillars (teras utama) that define Malaysia’s sporting direction up to 2030:

Thrust Description
1. Pembudayaan Sukan (Sports Culture) Fostering a nationwide culture of sports participation and healthy living. Every Malaysian should be active at least 30 minutes, 5 times a week, with a goal of two-thirds of the population being physically active by 2030.
2. Kegemilangan Sukan (Sporting Excellence) Building world-class athletes and strengthening the high-performance ecosystem — coaching, science, and international exposure.
3. Industri Sukan (Sports Industry) Developing the sports sector as a sustainable industry, supporting entrepreneurship, tourism, and job creation.
4. Pembangunan Bakat (Talent Development) Identifying and nurturing talent from schools to professional levels through structured programs like MyTID (My Talent Identification).
5. Profesionalisme Sukan (Sports Professionalism) Enhancing good governance, transparency, and accountability across sports bodies and associations.
6. Hab Sukan (Sports Hub & Infrastructure) Upgrading and maintaining accessible sports facilities nationwide to ensure equal opportunity for all communities.

👥 “Daripada Komuniti Kepada Komuniti”

A central theme of VSN 2030 is “From Community to Community”.
This principle means sports development should be driven from the ground up — by the people, for the people.

Rather than relying solely on government initiatives, local communities, schools, NGOs, and private organisations are encouraged to lead sporting activities that strengthen social bonds and nurture future athletes.

🧬 The Role of Science, Technology & Innovation

VSN 2030 integrates the use of sports science, data analytics, and innovation through agencies such as the National Sports Institute (ISN).
By combining research, nutrition, recovery science, and wearable technology, Malaysia aims to raise athletic performance to international standards while preventing injuries and promoting long-term athlete welfare.

💼 The Sports Economy

The sports sector already contributes billions to global GDP — and Malaysia wants a share of that pie.
VSN 2030 envisions sports as a thriving economic ecosystem involving:

  • local sports brands and apparel makers,

  • sports tourism and events,

  • fitness and wellness services,

  • professional leagues, and

  • private investment partnerships.

This industry angle is also expected to create new career opportunities for youth in coaching, management, media, and technology.

🌱 Sustainability and Inclusivity

The framework stresses sustainability — from environmentally friendly stadiums and green events to inclusivity for all Malaysians, including women, persons with disabilities (OKU), and senior citizens.
It aligns with Malaysia’s broader ESG and climate commitments, ensuring that sport contributes to a greener future.

🏆 Key Targets by 2030

By the year 2030, the government aims to:

  • Have 66.7 % of Malaysians physically active;

  • Produce world-class athletes across multiple disciplines;

  • Establish sports as a major contributor to GDP;

  • Strengthen grassroots and community participation;

  • Ensure transparent governance in all sports bodies.

🔍 How Malaysians Can Participate

Every Malaysian has a role to play in achieving VSN 2030 — by joining local clubs, volunteering at community events, supporting youth sports, or simply staying active.
As the Prime Minister said during the launch:

“Sports are not just for competition — they are a unifying force for the nation.”

📘 Conclusion

Visi Sukan Negara 2030 is more than a policy document. It is a national movement that calls on all Malaysians to be active, united, and forward-thinking.
By embracing sports as part of our culture, we not only improve health and morale but also strengthen the fabric of Keluarga Malaysia — together towards a stronger, fitter, and more united Malaysia by 2030.