TVET Graduates Urged To Become Entrepreneurs, Not Just Salary Earners

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan today called on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates to leverage their skills to become entrepreneurs rather than depend solely on salaried jobs.

RHB, MOE Launch Multi-purpose Smart Card For TVET Students

GEORGE TOWN, June 11 (Bernama) -- RHB Banking Group, through its subsidiary RHB Islamic Bank Bhd (RHB Islamic), has launched the RHB MyTVETKPM initiative -- a multi-purpose smart card designed for students in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institutions.

Melaka Unemployment Rate Down To 1.8 Pct In Q4 2024 - Ab Rauf

MELAKA, May 18 (Bernama) -- The unemployment rate in Melaka for the fourth quarter (Q4) of last year dropped to 1.8 per cent, down from 2.6 per cent in 2023, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said.

Malaysia Must Fully Leverage Its Strong Aerospace Ecosystem – MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should capitalise its strong aerospace ecosystem and must maximise its potential to drive industry growth, said Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI) deputy secretary-general (Industry), Datuk Hanafi Sakri.

Malaysia Must Beef Up Workforce Transformation To Be Future-Ready

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s workforce needs to be strengthened to ensure they are future-ready, particularly in the artificial intelligence (AI) and renewable energy sectors, said Learning Edge founder Perthpal Singh.

Government To Leverage Sabah's Strengths, Capabilities To Attract High-tech Manufacturing Investors -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The government plans to leverage Sabah's local strengths and capabilities to attract investors in the high-tech manufacturing industry, with a focus on downstream activities.

KPK Drafts Initiatives To Transform Agricommodity Sector Into Technology-based Sector

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) has drafted several initiatives to transform the agricommodity sector from labour-based to technology-based.

Youth Economic Forum Serves As A Platform For Youths In Nation-Building

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- The Youth Economic Forum (YEF) 2024, which gathered over 1,200 delegates today, has provided a platform for young professionals, universities and college students to engage in discussions about Malaysia's evolving economic landscape, focusing on digital and green economy, as well as talent development.

Govt Needs To Empower Malaysian MSMEs With AI, Digital Tech – Gobind

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- The Digital Ministry has acknowledged the importance of empowering micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology.

Budget 2025: Continue Funding Programmes That Focus On Gig Workers - Foodpanda

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Foodpanda Malaysia hopes the government will maintain gig-worker-focused funding in Budget 2025, similar to previous initiatives to help them thrive.

500,000 AI-based Jobs Expected In Malaysia Within Six Years

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- An estimated 500,000 artificial intelligence (AI)-based jobs across various sectors are expected to be created in Malaysia over the next six years, said Malaysia Internet of Things (IoT) Association deputy president Datuk P. Sri Ganes.

Increase Investment In AI Technologies, Skills Development In Budget 2025 - Learning Edge

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- The government should increase investment in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technologies, skills development, and greater economic inclusivity in the upcoming Budget 2025, said Learning Edge, a talent development organisation.