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Barnama
13-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Additional Funds To Empower TVET In Melaka
MELAKA, June 13 (Bernama) -- An additional allocation of RM10 million for the development of the Technical and Vocational Training (TVET) programme in Melaka is seen as opening up more opportunities and space for the state government to strengthen the field. Deputy Exco for Investment, Industry and TVET Development Datuk Khaidhirah Abu Zahar said it would be the best platform for the state government which aims to make Melaka the national TVET centre in the future. "Alhamdulillah, we are very grateful to the federal government for the additional allocation and it will be used to drive the development of TVET education in Melaka. "This is among the efforts to open up more space for local children or those from outside Melaka to access TVET education in Melaka itself since it is among the state government's targets to make Melaka the national TVET education centre," he told Bernama. Earlier, Bernama reported that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced an additional allocation of RM40 million to the National TVET Council and RM10 million to the Melaka government, specifically to strengthen the development of TVET entrepreneurship. The announcement was made when he officiated the National TVET Day 2025 at Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC), Ayer Keroh yesterday. Meanwhile, Khaidhirah, who is also the chairman of Melaka TVET Council Working Committee, said the additional funds would also be a platform for the Melaka TVET Council and the Melaka TVET Working Committee to further strengthen the network of cooperation with more stakeholders in TVET includes institutions, NGOs and government agencies. Meanwhile, commenting on the National TVET Day 2025 which ended today, he said the programme successfully achieved its target with the presence of more than 120,000 visitors, thus giving an impression that the TVET field is increasingly gaining ground among students and is used as a platform to build a career in the future. "We are targeting at least 100,000 visitors and Alhamdulillah, for today (the last day) the number has exceeded the target, which is more than 120,000 as of noon today," he said.
The Star
12-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Strengthening TVET reforms with commission set-up
MELAKA: A proposal to set up a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) commission is being mulled, in line with the broader TVET reform agenda, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said the recommendation emerged from impressive achievements under the National TVET Council chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, including a notable rise in student participation. 'I appreciate the council's work and as someone monitoring progress first-hand, there are proposals worth considering, among them establishing a commission for TVET. 'We shall assess how swiftly this can be implemented given current developments,' he said when launching the National TVET Day 2025 celebration. 'With the number of students and types of training increasing, I will look into whether current facilities are adequate and how to create synergy between government-linked companies, private sector players and existing TVET institutions.' The Prime Minister also underscored TVET's pivotal role in creating a skilled workforce capable of meeting future industrial needs. He said TVET graduates deserve a better starting salary, reflecting their skills and strong employability. 'Previously, we set the minimum wage at RM1,700. But for TVET fields with employment rates of up to 98%, such a salary is inadequate. 'We aim to increase the starting pay to RM3,000 where feasible,' he said, adding the adjustment would reflect deserved recognition by multinational and local companies. Anwar also said an additional RM40mil has been announced for the National TVET Council, along with RM10mil in aid for Melaka's TVET entrepreneurship initiatives. 'It is crucial for students to seize this opportunity to contribute to national development. 'Unlike many of our neighbours, Malaysia is one of the few nations that provides such strong support, financial and otherwise, for TVET students,' said the Prime Minister. The three-day National TVET Day includes nine sectoral exhibitions ranging from transportation, aerospace and electronics to agriculture, construction and services, with over 60 employers offering some 5,000 job opportunities.
Focus Malaysia
12-06-2025
- Business
- Focus Malaysia
Anwar: Government mulls proposal to establish TVET Commission
THE government is mulling over the proposal to establish a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Commission in line with the TVET reform agenda that is being actively implemented. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this was because the development of TVET under the National TVET Council chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has shown encouraging results, including an increase in the number of students. 'I appreciate the role of the TVET Council, but as those closely monitoring the sector's development, we must consider proposals such as establishing a dedicated commission for TVET, and we will assess this as swiftly as possible in response to the sector's evolving needs. 'With the number of students and types of training increasing, I, together with the Ministry of Finance, will look into whether current facilities are adequate and how to create synergy between government-linked companies, private sector players, and existing TVET institutions.' Anwar said this when opening the National TVET Day 2025 celebration at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC), Ayer Keroh, here today. – June 12, 2025
New Straits Times
12-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Anwar: Govt may set up TVET commission
MELAKA: The government is mulling the proposal to establish a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Commission in line with the TVET reform agenda that is being actively implemented. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this was because the development of TVET under the National TVET Council, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, has shown encouraging results, including an increase in the number of students. "I appreciate the role of the TVET Council, but as those closely monitoring the sector's development, we must consider proposals such as establishing a dedicated commission for TVET, and we will assess this as swiftly as possible in response to the sector's evolving needs. "With the number of students and types of training increasing, I, together with the Finance Ministry, will look into whether current facilities are adequate and how to create synergy between government-linked companies, private sector players, and existing TVET institutions." Anwar said this when opening the National TVET Day 2025 celebration at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC), Ayer Keroh, here today.
The Sun
12-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Government mulls proposal to establish TVET Commission
MELAKA: The government is mulling over the proposal to establish a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Commission in line with the TVET reform agenda that is being actively implemented. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this was because the development of TVET under the National TVET Council chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has shown encouraging results, including an increase in the number of students. 'I appreciate the role of the TVET Council, but as those closely monitoring the sector's development, we must consider proposals such as establishing a dedicated commission for TVET, and we will assess this as swiftly as possible in response to the sector's evolving needs. 'With the number of students and types of training increasing, I, together with the Ministry of Finance, will look into whether current facilities are adequate and how to create synergy between government-linked companies, private sector players, and existing TVET institutions.' Anwar said this when opening the National TVET Day 2025 celebration at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC), Ayer Keroh, here today.
