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Universiti Malaysia Perlis is graduating nearly 2,000 students annually in electrical and electronics disciplines, directly supporting Malaysia's goal to develop 60,000 skilled semiconductor workers by 2030 under the National Semiconductor Strategy.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Penang to become a leader in Bumiputera economic participation, dismissing perceptions of weakness and announcing RM5 million for semiconductor industry initiatives.
Apple has overtaken Nvidia to become the world's most valuable company, valued at $4.88 trillion, as investors reassess how artificial intelligence benefits will translate into corporate earnings and competitive advantages across the tech sector.
The newly operational LRT3 Shah Alam Line is transforming student mobility at UiTM Shah Alam, complemented by free fares through July. Higher Education Minister Zambry has simultaneously unveiled a RM20 million Semiconductor@UiTM initiative to develop Malaysia's semiconductor talent pipeline.