KUALA LUMPUR, December 11 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi unveiled plans to overhaul courses in non-science streams, aimed at providing valuable expertise to university students and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions. This initiative aligns with the Madani government’s priorities, acknowledging the presence of 1,344 TVET institutions nationwide, overseen by 12 ministries. Zahid emphasized the need to transform liberal arts and non-science courses to offer skillful expertise, not only to university students but also to other TVET institutions, including polytechnics and MARA Skills Institutes under the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW).
The move aims to ensure opportunities for students and future workers, promoting the utilization of local talent. The Deputy Prime Minister, who also serves as the Minister of Rural and Regional Development and the National TVET Council chairman, expressed confidence in the achievement of these planned changes. He commended Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s high commitment to ensuring quality job opportunities for all Malaysians. Zahid highlighted the importance of political stability, calling for unity among the people and collaborative efforts among ministers to drive the country’s development, economy, and job opportunities in the next four years.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof echoed these sentiments, advising students to align their skills with future job requirements. He emphasized the need for students to familiarize themselves with each ministry’s policies and initiatives to equip themselves with the latest knowledge and expertise. Fadillah cited examples in the agriculture and commodities sector, where expertise in automation, mechanization, and environmentally friendly fertilizers aligns with future job opportunities. The collaborative efforts of the younger generation are seen as crucial for enhancing the country’s skills and expertise for a prosperous future.
