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Penang has approved RM129,900 from its Youth Development Fund to support 68 programmes run by 48 associations, emphasising skills development, leadership training, and community impact.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has uncovered a significant fraud scheme involving 1,638 companies falsely claiming incentives under the Perkeso Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme, resulting in RM45 million in losses and raising serious questions about programme governance.
Johor has registered 13,425 employers under the HRD Corp ecosystem, directly supporting 479,905 workers through training programmes. The initiative collected RM208.21 million in levies and disbursed RM191.5 million in financial assistance.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced a new programme to train chosen TVET students in artificial intelligence and cryptology, with government institutions required to participate in the nationwide skills initiative.
The Social Security Organisation is hosting a TVET Career Carnival offering resume checks, personality assessments and sector-specific insights to help jobseekers better understand market demands and strengthen their prospects.
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has launched the Global Talent and Professional Connector (GTPC), a national platform designed to match TVET graduates with industry opportunities and tackle workforce gaps.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia to establish specialised skills programmes after major technology investors including Intel, Infineon, and AWS flagged concerns about the nation's talent pool preparedness.
Malaysia is channelling RM50 million towards introducing hydrogen energy, MRO and maritime engineering programmes in TVET institutions, with plans to coordinate implementation across 12 government ministries by next month.
MARA's 270 TVET institutions have achieved a 99.5% graduate employability rate, with Ahmad Zahid highlighting industry partnerships and RM7.9 billion budget allocation supporting the TVET 2.0 agenda.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has instructed government training institutions to offer programmes in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency to selected TVET students from July onwards.
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The Malaysian government is setting an ambitious enrollment target of 650,000 students in technical and vocational programmes this year, reflecting surging interest in skills-based education pathways.
Perlis state leaders highlight how technical and vocational training creates employment opportunities and higher incomes for graduates, with local examples earning RM5,000 monthly or more.
Malaysia's National TVET Day 2026 has begun at Dataran Putrajaya, highlighting vocational training as crucial for developing skilled workers and boosting economic competitiveness. The three-day event features over 107 institutions and 3,000 job openings.
Malaysia's 2026 National TVET Day celebration opens this weekend at Dataran Putrajaya, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim presiding. The three-day event aims to attract 200,000 visitors and showcase nearly 3,000 job opportunities across nine industry sectors.
The Malaysian Indian Community Transformation Unit has unveiled six initiatives worth RM65.5 million aimed at empowering Indian entrepreneurs and communities through financing, skills training, education and healthcare support.
Technical and vocational education has become a preferred pathway for Malaysian youth rather than a fallback option, with rising enrolment and a 95.9% graduate employability rate.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has commended 49 culinary facilitators from the Community Development Department (KEMAS) for securing 48 medals at the World Chefs Championship 2026 in Johor Bahru, calling it an extraordinary achievement for Malaysia.
Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry is rolling out multiple initiatives to support gig workers, including a RM20 million economic resilience package and a RM110 million AI skills programme, alongside partnerships with platform providers like Grab.
Malaysia's government is taking artificial intelligence skills development beyond major cities to reach rural and small-town communities. Deputy Economy Minister Mohd Shahar Abdullah emphasised the need to democratise AI education across all societal levels to support the country's shift toward local innovation.