GEORGE TOWN, May 10 – YAB Chow Kon Yeow, Chief Minister of Penang, announced the continued success of the Penang Future Foundation (PFF) in supporting outstanding Malaysian youths in pursuing tertiary education. Since its inception in 2015, PFF has awarded approximately 751 scholarships valued at RM41.7 million, with 51 students receiving scholarships in 2023 alone.
Recognizing the importance of education and the necessity to retain local talents, PFF aims to provide opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds in fields such as Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Accountancy, and Finance. As Penang looks towards the future, Chief Minister Chow emphasized the state’s commitment to enhancing its competitive edge and growing a stable talent pool to meet industry needs.
With Penang securing the highest approved investments of RM71.9 billion in 2023, representing over 20 percent of the nation’s total, the state continues to attract international industry players. Prospective applicants are encouraged to apply for the ‘PFF Penang Scholar’ or ‘PFF Mutiara Scholar’ scholarships, with the application window for PFF Scholarship 2024 open from July 15, 2024, to August 9, 2024. Detailed eligibility criteria and benefits information are available on the PFF website and through various communication channels.
