KUALA LUMPUR, April 12 – PETRONAS has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) to jointly fund the Chevening Scholarship Programme, offering two Malaysians annually the opportunity to pursue a one-year master’s degree in sustainability studies at a top UK university. The Chevening Scholarship Programme aims to groom future leaders globally, recognizing individuals with exceptional academic records, leadership potential, and a dedication to driving positive change in their home countries.
Representing PETRONAS at the exchange ceremony was Farehana Hanapiah, Senior Vice President of Group Human Resource Management (GHRM), while Her Excellency Ailsa Terry CMG, British High Commissioner to Malaysia, represented the British High Commission. Farehana emphasized PETRONAS’ commitment to talent development, particularly in sustainable development, as part of the PETRONAS Powering Knowledge initiative. This collaboration underscores PETRONAS’ drive towards achieving Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050 by equipping the future workforce with the necessary competencies and expertise in sustainable energy solutions.
