{"id":1648,"date":"2024-12-16T17:20:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-16T09:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/?p=1648"},"modified":"2025-01-09T09:23:03","modified_gmt":"2025-01-09T01:23:03","slug":"stronger-regional-tvet-collaboration-vital-for-bimp-eaga-progress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/stronger-regional-tvet-collaboration-vital-for-bimp-eaga-progress\/","title":{"rendered":"Stronger Regional TVET Collaboration Vital for BIMP-EAGA Progress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">A call for stronger regional collaboration in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) reverberated through the halls of the 4<sup>th<\/sup> Brunei Darussalam-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) TVET Conference held in Kuching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tan Sri Datuk Amar Abdul Aziz Husain, Chairman of Sarawak Skills Development Centre (Sarawak Skills) and Pro-Chancellor of I-CATS University College, underscored the transformative of cross border partnerships to foster economic growth and prepare the workforce for an evolving world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cTVET plays a crucial role in improving livelihoods globally. It is imperative that we raise the bar in providing industry-relevant education to meet the demands of tomorrow,\u201d said Tan Sri Datuk Amar Abdul Aziz during the conference\u2019s closing ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cCollaborations across borders can address skills mismatches and create a workforce equipped with creativity, innovation, and sustainable development expertise.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The conference, hosted by Sarawak Skills in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Sarawak (MEITD) and BIMP-EAGA, centered on themes pivotal to advancing TVET: fostering industry-institution partnerships, transforming ecosystems, and preparing the region\u2019s workforce for the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>International Contributions to the Dialogue<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the distinguished speakers, Mr. Jonathan Ledger, UK TVET Consultant and Director of JJL Associates Ltd, emphasized the importance of embedding 21<sup>st &#8211; <\/sup>century competencies into TVET frameworks. Drawing on his extensive experience, he remarked,<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-3-1-6-2024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1646\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-3-1-6-2024.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-3-1-6-2024-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-3-1-6-2024-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mr. Jonathan Ledger, Global Skills and Professional Bodies Specialist, highlights &#8216;Building High-Impact Skills Partnerships&#8217; at the 4th BIMP-EAGA TVET Conference, emphasizing industry collaboration, focused employer investment, and the measurable benefits of TVET in driving workforce transformation<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe digital and green economy demands new approaches in upskilling our workforce. Partnerships within and beyond BIMP-EAGA are crucial to equip our youth for global challenges.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ms. Kelly Milner, CEO of Pathways International Education Group, also shared insight on leveraging TVET as a tool for inclusivity.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-4-1-6-2024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1647\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-4-1-6-2024.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-4-1-6-2024-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-4-1-6-2024-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ms. Kelly Milner, Director of Quality and Development at North Metropolitan TAFE, Western Australia, shares insights on &#8216;The Australian Vocational Education and Training (VET) System.&#8217; She highlights North Metropolitan TAFE\u2019s role in training for critical industries, emerging fields, and delivering high-quality, nationally recognized qualifications through robust industry engagement and trainer development initiatives<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>She highlighted the importance of creating equitable access to skills training programs across rural and urban areas. \u201cEnsuring every learner has a pathway to acquire and apply skills transforms not just individuals, but entire communities,\u201d she stated, underscoring the role of innovative policies in bridging educational gaps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Building the Foundations for Sustainable Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In his speech, Tan Sri Datuk Amar Abdul Aziz emphasized the critical need for institutions like Sarawak Skills to align academic curricula with rapidly evolving industry demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a key contributor to Sarawak\u2019s Post-Covid 19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS 2030), Sarawak Skills partners with over 80 industry stakeholders to transform Sarawak\u2019s economic, digital, and educational landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tan Sri Datuk Amar Abdul Aziz also recognized the contributions of various stakeholders and extended an invitation to international attendees to experience Sarawak\u2019s rich culture and renowned hospitality, \u201cThis conference has sparked vibrant discussions and facilitated knowledge-sharing, all essential for building a sustainable future,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Role of Dual-Language Policy in Driving Transformation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Premier Sarawak, YAB Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg highlighted Sarawak\u2019s commitment to producing globally competent technologists during the conference.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-2-1-6-2024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1645\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-2-1-6-2024.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-2-1-6-2024-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rakancommunity.com\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/RSC-12-2-1-6-2024-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Premier Sarawak, YAB Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg, emphasizes the need to produce technologists who are not only skilled in their fields but also proficient in major languages. Speaking at the launch of the 4th BIMP-EAGA TVET Conference, he highlighted Sarawak&#8217;s dual-language policy, aiming to equip its workforce with knowledge to transform the state&#8217;s economic base<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Emphasizing the importance of Sarawak\u2019s dual-language policy, which incorporates Bahasa Malaysia and English, he stated, \u201cWe aim to expand our global reach and acquire relevant knowledge to transform our economic base.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sarawak\u2019s ambitions extend into cutting edge fields such as the aerospace industry. Through ICATS University College, degree courses in aerospace engineering are offered in collaboration with international institutions, underscoring the region\u2019s emphasis on education as a tool for economic transformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Premier Sarawak also linked digitalization to the aerospace sector, pointing out the importance of satellite technologies in leveraging resources and advancing sustainable innovations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hydrogen-based technologies, another focal area for Sarawak, were highlighted as a clean energy alternative. With public transport initiatives powered by hydrogen fuel cells and expanded to cities like Bintulu, Sarawak\u2019s push for renewable energy aligns with global sustainability goals. \u201cIn the next decade, the cost of hydrogen production could see significant reductions, creating more opportunities for its integration into our economy,\u201d said Premier Sarawak, YAB Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adapting to the New Economy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Premier Sarawak, YAB Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari underscored how TVET plays an instrumental role in preparing the workforce for the demands of a new, technology driven economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Citing examples such as mechanized harvesting in the palm oil industry, he illustrated how skilled professionals using advanced tools earn higher wages and contribute to increased productivity. \u201cThese are the kind of high-skill, high-pay opportunities we need to cultivate through TVET,\u201d he emphasized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sarawak\u2019s Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Minister, Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, echoed these sentiments through a speech delivered by Deputy Minister Datuk Francis Harden Hollis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ministry\u2019s commitment to equipping youth with digital and adaptive skills ensures the readiness of Sarawak\u2019s workforce for the future of work. \u201cAddressing the skills gap through TVET is vital as demand for skilled professionals continues to rise across key industries,\u201d the minister noted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Insights from TVET Partnerships<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TS. Dr. Mazlan Bin Hj. Md Zahid from University Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia Institute of Industrial Technology &#8211; UniKL, MITEC) shed light on the evolving role of TVET in addressing urban transportation challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With rapid urbanization and a shift towards sustainable mobility, a highly skilled workforce is essential in areas such as transportation engineering, logistics, data analysis, and electric vehicle technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr, Mazlan emphasized the importance of strong industry academic partnerships to align TVET curricula with practical, real-world needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He highlighted examples like Singapore\u2019s SkillsFuture program, which provides financial and educational support for lifelong learning and upskilling. Key components such as the SkillsFuture Earn and Learn Program and the National Digital Literacy Program demonstrate the effectiveness of public &#8211; private collaborations in advancing workforce capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A Shared Vision for the Future<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 4<sup>th<\/sup> BIMP-EAGA TVET Conference, attended by over 500 delegates from across the region, was a convergence of leaders, educators, and industry stakeholders working towards sustainable growth through education. 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