Sabah launches TVET Council to boost skills training
Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the move would position the state as a hub of skilled labour.
TVET, he added, was also a key driver in the state's development goals under Sabah Maju Jaya 2.0 and aligned with national strategic plans, such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 2030), the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP 2030) and the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR).
Hajiji said the ongoing technological revolution, including artificial intelligence (AI), meant that the younger generation had equip themselves with new, adaptive and innovation-oriented skills.
"The world of work is changing. If Sabah's youth is not equipped with relevant skills, we will fall behind.
"TVET is the best platform for developing a highly skilled workforce that will drive our state's progress," he said during the launch of the council at a hotel here.
His speech was read by Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Shahelmey Yahya.
Hajiji said the council was not just an administrative body, but a strategic platform that united government agencies, training institutions, industry sectors and key TVET players within a well-organised and inclusive ecosystem.
"The council will also serve as a policy coordinator, a driver for skill training direction and a strategic link for development funding applications from the federal government.
"It also supports the youth empowerment agenda and the employability of graduates, while enhancing recognition and certification of skills at the state level.
"I urge the youth of Sabah not to hesitate in joining the TVET field.
"Now is the time to change the perception and see TVET as a smart choice that opens doors to becoming professionals, entrepreneurs and innovators," he said, adding that there were 160 TVET institutions in the state.
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