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The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Building a skilled workforce
Steps to progress: Ahmad Zahid greeting government officials upon arrival in London while High Commissioner of Malaysia to the UK Datuk Zakri Jaafar (left) looks on. LONDON: Malaysia is ready to be a global platform for cultivating world-class, industry-ready Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) talent, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The Deputy Prime Minister said while the nation is ready to lead, it can't do it alone. 'We will achieve this through meaningful partnerships with Asean, global allies and Malaysians abroad, who share our vision of building a skilled, competitive and future-ready generation. 'At the recent Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur, I had the chance to engage directly with fellow government and corporate leaders. 'The appetite for partnership in talent, technology, and training is real and growing. Everyone is asking – how can we work together? How can we build a shared pipeline of talent for the region?,' he said in his public lecture titled 'Malaysia's TVET Leadership in Asean Building Skills for a Shared Future' at University College London (UCL) yesterday. 'In this global race for relevance, skills are the new currency. And those who invest in practical, adaptable, and high-impact talent will not just survive – they will lead,' he stressed. For years, TVET was misunderstood – seen as a fallback rather than a path of purpose, Ahmad Zahid said. 'That perception is now shifting, but we must be honest as challenges still remain. 'The lingering stigma that TVET is 'second-tier' continues to affect enrolment decisions. A gap still exists between classroom training and real-world industry demands,' he said. 'I believe these are not just Malaysia's challenges – they are global challenges. But within each of them lies an opportunity. An opportunity to align, to innovate, and to collectively build a TVET ecosystem that is inclusive, adaptive and future-ready,' he said. This month, Malaysia will host the 4th Asean TVET Council Regional Policy Dialogue themed 'TVET for Rural and Regional Advancement,' alongside National TVET Day 2025. Ahmad Zahid said. 'Delegates from Asean, Australia and Germany will explore how TVET can drive inclusive growth, empower youth and uplift rural communities – while showcasing Malaysia's innovation, industry partnerships and national transformation in TVET. 'The message is clear: Malaysia is not just reforming TVET – we are redefining it. TVET is no longer a remedial track for the uncertain. 'It is now the engine of innovation, a strategic pillar of our economy and a gateway for our youth to participate fully in the industries of the future,' he said. Ahmad Zahid said Malaysia is laying the foundation to become Asean's TVET Certification and Excellence Hub, particularly in high-impact sectors like aerospace, green energy and advanced manufacturing. 'However, leadership cannot stand alone. It must be powered by partnership. That is why we are building lasting bridges – with Asean, with the United Kingdom and with each and every Malaysian here today,' he said. Ahmad Zahid arrived in London on Sunday night for his four-day working visit to Britain, in a move aimed at further strengthening Malaysia-UK bilateral ties.
Borneo Post
30-04-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Abang Johari continues UK visit in London after Edge AI device launch
Abang Johari (third right) talks to Malaysian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, Datuk Zakri Jaafar upon arrival in London. – Photo from Ukas KUCHING (April 30): Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is currently in London, United Kingdom, along with a Sarawak government delegation for a four-day official working visit. They were previously in Cardiff, where the Edge AI power converter device developed in Sarawak, named 'KETEK AI' was unveiled. His arrival in London at 5.30pm yesterday (local time) was welcomed by the Malaysian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, Datuk Zakri Jaafar. Accompanying the Sarawak Premier's delegation were State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, Sarawak Attorney General Dato Sri Saferi Ali, Sarawak Financial Secretary Dato Sri Dr Wan Lizozman Wan Omar and Deputy State Secretary (Economic Planning & Development) Dato Sri Dr Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel. According to Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), Abang Johari will visit Cambridge University Press and Assessment today. The assessment services provided include the administration of various types of tests, particularly qualifications for school and higher education levels, as well as standardisation tests related to the implementation of assessments in Sarawak schools. On May 1, the Premier will lead the delegation to the London School of Economics and Political Science, where a roundtable discussion on sustainability and memorandum of understanding (MoU) exchange between the university and Sarawak government will take place. That afternoon, he is scheduled to hold a meeting with officials from the International Hydropower Association and Global Renewable Alliances to strengthen cooperation in the field of hydropower, in line with Sarawak's role as a major hydropower provider in the Asean region. On May 2, Abang Johari will deliver the keynote address at Sarawak Connects In London: Sarawak's Pathway To Sustainable Growth & Global Market Expansion. This initiative serves as a direct engagement with targeted investors while providing the latest information on investment opportunities and the environment in Sarawak to investors in the United Kingdom and internationally. On the night of May 3, he will meet Sarawakian students in the UK at a 'Lan Berambeh' gathering. The objective of this programme is to provide Sarawakians in the United Kingdom with insights into government policies and approaches aimed at developing a competitive Sarawak, in line with the Sarawak Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. Furthermore, this programme serves as a platform for the Sarawakian students to engage with state leaders and voice their ideas and views to the Premier in a Townhall session. abang johari lead London official working visit
Malay Mail
28-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
UK welcomes first tariff-free Malaysian palm oil shipment under CPTPP
LONDON, April 28 — A shipment of Malaysian palm oil from Sabah totalling 8,000 tonnes entered the storage depot at the Port of Liverpool, England, on April 5, said Malaysian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland Datuk Zakri Jaafar. This marked the first consignment of Malaysian palm oil under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) with zero tariff, he said. 'Through the CPTPP, Malaysian and UK companies are now able to expand their markets further and can enhance bilateral trade prospects,' he said during a dinner hosted for Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, at the Malaysian High Commission in London on Friday. The 80 guests at the dinner included students, representatives from government-linked companies, as well as high commission staff. Also present were Fadillah's wife Datin Seri Ruziah Mohd Tahir, Tenaga Nasional Bhd chief new energy officer Mohd Zarihi Mohd Hashim, Sarawak Energy Bhd group chief executive officer Datuk Sharbini Suhaili, and a delegation from the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA). The UK acceded to the CPTPP on Dec 15 last year, making it the first European country to join the Asia-Pacific trade bloc. For Malaysia, the CPTPP agreement came into effect on Nov 29, 2022. On the renewable energy sector, Zakri said Malaysia's involvement in the UK will yield significant long-term benefits for the country, particularly in terms of technology transfer. 'The launch of high-capacity solar farms operated by a TNB subsidiary at Eastfield and Bunkers Hill in January this year showcases Malaysia's capability to participate in global sustainable energy solution efforts,' he said. The solar farms were launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Jan 17 during his official visit to the UK. The farms — in Bunkers Hill, Rotherwick (66.7 megawatts peak (MWp) and Eastfield, Harbury (35 MWp) — are advanced and innovative projects. The combined capacity of 102 MW highlights Malaysia's expertise in driving global sustainable energy solutions. Malaysia is the UK's fourth-largest trading partner in Southeast Asia, with total trade reaching RM15.30 billion in 2024. Meanwhile, Malaysia's total investment in the UK reached £19 billion (£1=RM5.81) in the same year. — Bernama
Daily Express
27-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
100,000 tonnes Sabah palm oil docks at UK port
Published on: Sunday, April 27, 2025 Published on: Sun, Apr 27, 2025 Text Size: Fadillah with his wife in a group photo with Malaysian students after a dinner event with Malaysians residing in the UK in London. LONDON: A shipment of Malaysian palm oil from Sabah totalling 100,000 tonnes entered the storage depot at the Port of Liverpool, England, on April 5, said Malaysian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland Datuk Zakri Jaafar. This marked the first consignment of Malaysian palm oil under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) with zero tariff, he said. 'Through the CPTPP, Malaysian and UK companies are now able to expand their markets further and can enhance bilateral trade prospects,' he said during a dinner hosted for Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, at the Malaysian High Commission in London on Friday. The 80 guests at the dinner included students, representatives from government-linked companies, as well as high commission staff. Also present were Fadillah's wife Datin Seri Ruziah Mohd Tahir, Tenaga Nasional Bhd chief new energy officer Mohd Zarihi Mohd Hashim, Sarawak Energy Bhd group chief executive officer Datuk Sharbini Suhaili, and a delegation from the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (Petra). The UK acceded to the CPTPP on Dec 15 last year, making it the first European country to join the Asia-Pacific trade bloc. For Malaysia, the CPTPP agreement came into effect on Nov 29, 2022. On the renewable energy sector, Zakri said Malaysia's involvement in the UK will yield significant long-term benefits for the country, particularly in terms of technology transfer. 'The launch of high-capacity solar farms operated by a TNB subsidiary at Eastfield and Bunkers Hill in January this year showcases Malaysia's capability to participate in global sustainable energy solution efforts,' he said. The solar farms were launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Jan 17 during his official visit to the UK. The farms – in Bunkers Hill, Rotherwick (66.7 megawatts peak (MWp) and Eastfield, Harbury (35 MWp) – are advanced and innovative projects. The combined capacity of 102 MW highlights Malaysia's expertise in driving global sustainable energy solutions. Malaysia is the UK's fourth-largest trading partner in Southeast Asia, with total trade reaching RM15.30 billion in 2024. Meanwhile, Malaysia's total investment in the UK reached £19 billion (£1=RM5.81) in the same year. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Sun
26-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
CPTPP: consignment of Malaysian palm oil totalling 100,000 tonnes enters UK tariff-free
LONDON: A shipment of Malaysian palm oil from Sabah totalling 100,000 tonnes entered the storage depot at the Port of Liverpool, England, on April 5, said Malaysian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland Datuk Zakri Jaafar. This marked the first consignment of Malaysian palm oil under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) with zero tariff, he said. 'Through the CPTPP, Malaysian and UK companies are now able to expand their markets further and can enhance bilateral trade prospects,' he said during a dinner hosted for Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, at the Malaysian High Commission in London on Friday. The 80 guests at the dinner included students, representatives from government-linked companies, as well as high commission staff. Also present were Fadillah's wife Datin Seri Ruziah Mohd Tahir, Tenaga Nasional Bhd chief new energy officer Mohd Zarihi Mohd Hashim, Sarawak Energy Bhd group chief executive officer Datuk Sharbini Suhaili, and a delegation from the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA). The UK acceded to the CPTPP on Dec 15 last year, making it the first European country to join the Asia-Pacific trade bloc. For Malaysia, the CPTPP agreement came into effect on Nov 29, 2022. On the renewable energy sector, Zakri said Malaysia's involvement in the UK will yield significant long-term benefits for the country, particularly in terms of technology transfer. 'The launch of high-capacity solar farms operated by a TNB subsidiary at Eastfield and Bunkers Hill in January this year showcases Malaysia's capability to participate in global sustainable energy solution efforts,' he said. The solar farms were launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Jan 17 during his official visit to the UK. The farms -- in Bunkers Hill, Rotherwick (66.7 megawatts peak (MWp) and Eastfield, Harbury (35 MWp) -- are advanced and innovative projects. The combined capacity of 102 MW highlights Malaysia's expertise in driving global sustainable energy solutions. Malaysia is the UK's fourth-largest trading partner in Southeast Asia, with total trade reaching RM15.30 billion in 2024. Meanwhile, Malaysia's total investment in the UK reached £19 billion (£1=RM5.81) in the same year.
