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Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry has proposed a student exchange programme between ADTEC JTM and Singapore's Institute of Technical Education, with both institutions signalling strong support for deepening regional TVET cooperation.
Malaysia has established a Strategic TVET 2.0 Task Force and 10 specialized committees to drive technical and vocational education transformation through 2035, with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid emphasizing alignment with industry demands and workforce development.
Malaysia's polytechnic and community college contingent has won 14 medals at the 31st FIRA RoboWorld Cup in Canada, securing six gold, five silver and three bronze medals and exceeding expectations.
Malaysia's Academy in Industry programme bridges the gap between education and employment by placing young people in real workplace settings while earning nationally recognised certifications. With an 88.7% employability rate, the initiative is transforming vocational training across multiple sectors.
Kelantan's inaugural TeknoVocasX Academy campus will commence operations in October, providing industry-aligned technical training to stem youth migration and develop a skilled workforce for the state's economic growth.
Malaysia is overhauling its TVET 2.0 framework with direct industry accreditation to ensure graduates meet labour market demands. The initiative emphasises advanced technology skills, entrepreneurship, and rural economic development.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has committed to fully fund umrah pilgrimages for Malaysian TVET participants who secure gold medals at the WorldSkills Competition 2026 in Shanghai, along with their parents.
Johor's BN leadership has rejected Opposition allegations that vocational education students were compelled to participate in a party campaign gathering, insisting state and federal administrations must collaborate irrespective of electoral outcomes.