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According to Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Leh Kong, more than 30 percent of jobs in Malaysia will be affected by artificial intelligence (AI) in the next ten years, especially in sectors such as manufacturing, information technology and services. To address this, the government estimates that 600,000 workers will need to be re-skilled over the next three to five years, while an additional 500,000 skilled workers will be needed by 2030 to meet the demands of technology-driven industries. Will be.
He further emphasized the importance of reskilling and upskilling to help the workforce adapt to these changes. The government aims to align training and certification with international standards and Industry 4.0 requirements, focusing on areas such as cyber security, smart systems and data analytics.
The Technology and Technical Professional Development Council (TPDC), under the MBOT, has been tasked with developing a quality assurance framework for short-term courses. This framework ensures that training programs meet industry requirements and professional standards, and meet the growing demand for a skilled workforce.
MBOT President Professor Emerita Datuk Dr Siti Hamisa Tapsir highlighted the council’s role in advancing human capital for technology and innovation sectors, and said the recognition of industry-specific training in collaboration with the Human Resources Development Corporation will increase.
These initiatives reflect the government’s efforts to prepare Malaysia’s workforce for AI-driven changes and maintain global competitiveness.
