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The Star
6 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Towards a skilled Asean workforce
KUALA LUMPUR: The establishment of an Asean Green and Digital Skills Taskforce can unite the region and keep it future-ready, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the National Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Council chairman, said the proposed regional movement would allow for concrete action and measurable targets. 'Perhaps from this very gathering, we can establish a new regional movement that unites us while cultivating the talent our region needs,' he said when launching the Asean TVET Conference at the World Trade Centre here yesterday. He said the success of any one nation (in Asean) in TVET is no longer enough. 'Our workforce is increasingly regional and our challenges are shared,' he said of Malaysia's proposal to establish an Asean TVET Certification and Excellence Hub, which aims to function as a central body that will set benchmarks, ensure mutual recognition and promote mobility for skilled workers across borders. Ahmad Zahid, who is also Rural and Regional Development Minister, stressed the need to pioneer cross-border apprenticeship programmes. 'This way, a student from the Philippines can train in Malaysia, an Indonesian in Vietnam and a Thai graduate in Singapore – turning Asean integration into a living reality through the movement of skills and knowledge,' he said, emphasising that Malaysia's TVET journey does not stop at its borders. According to him, Malaysia has forged impactful pathways, including 5,125 industrial placements in China, collaboration with the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence in Abu Dhabi, and skills exchanges with Japan, Germany and Australia. The Deputy Prime Minister added that 53.56% of Malaysia's secondary school leavers chose TVET as their first choice in 2024. Graduate employability, he said, currently stands at 95.1%, reflecting how skills training is matching job opportunities. 'Applications to national TVET institutions have since surged past 200,000. We have also introduced new certification levels which are equivalent to higher education qualifications. 'This gives our advanced technical graduates the credibility to compete on the global stage,' he said, adding that the minimum wage coverage has also been expanded to include semi-skilled and TVET graduates. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim, who was also present at the event, said Asean should be a platform for experience-sharing in skills training. 'The different stages of our industrialisation and the different sectors, where each has our respective own competitive advantages, will enable us to complement each other,' he said in his remarks at the launch. Citing Malaysia's extensive experience in the high-tech manufacturing sector, specifically semiconductors, he said the country also aspires to be a world-class skills training centre. 'Our unique national experience will surely be useful to fellow member states who are perhaps exploring similar paths. Malaysia too, can benefit from learning from our neighbours,' said Sim. The Asean TVET Conference is jointly organised by the Human Resource Development Corporation and the Skills Development Fund Corporation Malaysia. It is the fourth flagship platform under the Asean Year of Skills 2025. Themed 'Advancing Digital and Green Transformations through an Inclusive and Future-Ready TVET System', the two-day conference explores how the region can enhance the quality, relevance and accessibility of TVET to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving economy.
The Sun
17-06-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Review cases of top SPM students denied IPT places
BAGAN DATUK: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged the Ministry of Higher Education to review applications from outstanding Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) students who were unsuccessful in securing a place at institutions of higher learning. He said that compassion and fairness must be shown to these students regardless of race, as they not only excelled in their examinations but are also the hope of their parents. 'For any student who did not gain admission into matriculation colleges, foundation programmes, or first-year degree courses, I hope they will be assisted in securing a place. Although I understand places are limited, they should be treated fairly, and efforts must be made to ensure they are given a place,' he said. Ahmad Zahid, who is also chairman of the National Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Council, told reporters this after launching the 'Kembara Kesedaran Pendidikan Anak Desa (KeDESA) Didik MADANI 2025' programme at Politeknik Bagan Datuk today. Yesterday, it was announced that 150,557 SPM 2024 holders had received offers to continue their studies at public institutions of higher education, with 86,589 placed in public universities, 42,058 in polytechnics, 20,427 in community colleges and 1,483 in institutions under MARA's Higher Education Division. Ahmad Zahid also said he had requested the TVET Council Secretariat and the Malaysian Technical University Network (MTUN) to consider admitting outstanding students with Malaysian Skills Certificates (SKM) Level 3 to 5 into MTUN institutions. 'For MTUN, in my view, each institution provides around 2,500 places. With six universities, that gives us 15,000 places. I hope SKM graduates who did not gain admission into public universities can submit an appeal to enter MTUN,' he said. Meanwhile, KeDESA Didik MADANI 2025 Main Committee chairman and adviser to the Bumiputera Education Movement of Malaysia, Datuk Nurulhidayah Ahmad Zahid, said the programme aims to raise awareness and provide access to higher education for students from rural and remote areas. In her speech, she said the GPBM-organised programme applies the 4M concept – identifying qualified and needy students, understanding their socio-economic background and potential, raising awareness of the importance of education, and guiding students to the right channels to further their studies. She said that in 2024, a total of 10 programmes were held across three states – Perak, Kelantan and Terengganu – with a total attendance of nearly 10,000 participants. At the same event, Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Member of Parliament for Bagan Datuk, presented awards and aid to outstanding SPM 2024 students from the Bagan Datuk constituency.
Barnama
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Quran Memorisation Combined With TVET Boosts Role Of Huffaz
KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- Combining Quran memorisation with technical and vocational skills not only makes huffaz more versatile but also creates greater opportunities for them to contribute actively to the advancement of the religion, race and nation, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said the "Forum Perdana Ehwal Islam" themed "Developing a Generation of Skilled Huffaz', held last night in conjunction with the National Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Day 2025 celebration, had opened a new dimension for the future of the Quranic generation. 'I share the views of the panel speakers who stressed the need to treat TVET as 'fardu kifayah', as it is a communal obligation essential to building a progressive ummah in today's world.
The Sun
12-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
PM Anwar pays courtesy call on Melaka Governor
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today paid a courtesy call on Melaka Governor Tun Dr Mohd Ali Mohd Rustam at Istana Melaka, marking his first official visit to the state's highest office. The meeting served as a meaningful platform to discuss Melaka's development agenda and efforts to enhance the wellbeing of its people. 'This meeting provides a strong space for us to exchange views, particularly on the state's development and our collective efforts to uplift the people's wellbeing and the prosperity of Melaka. 'The MADANI Government's commitment is clear - we want every inch of this nation to enjoy the fruits of progress and development in a fair, equitable and dignified manner,' he posted on Facebook. Anwar also stressed the importance of close cooperation between the federal and state governments, saying such collaboration is essential for building a more inclusive and brighter future for all. The Prime Minister arrived in Melaka earlier today to officiate the 2025 National Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Day celebration at Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC) in Ayer Keroh. The three-day celebration, which began yesterday, offers about 5,000 job opportunities across various fields from over 60 companies and employers from within and outside Melaka.
The Sun
12-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
PM Anwar arrives to launch National TVET Day 2025
MELAKA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim arrived at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC) Ayer Keroh here today to launch the National Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Day 2025 celebration. The prime minister, who arrived at about 11.05 am, was accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh. This year's National TVET Day celebration is held for three days starting yesterday, during which various programmes and activities are held, including the participation of more than 60 companies and employers from inside and outside Melaka, offering about 5,000 job opportunities in various fields. A total of 12 ministries are involved in organising the celebration, including the Ministry of Higher Education (KPT), Ministry of Education Malaysia (KPM), Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW), Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS), Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA), and Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI). National TVET Day, celebrated on June 2 every year, is a manifestation of the government's commitment and resolve to make the field a key platform in producing a dynamic, skilled and competitive workforce for the future. A two-day 4th ASEAN TVET Council Regional Policy Dialogue (ATC 4th RPD) has also been held since yesterday in conjunction with the National TVET Day 2025 celebration.
