Malaysia has set up a government-industry TVET Coordination Body (GITC) as a collaborative platform in steering the national TVET (technical and vocational education and training) agenda. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said GITC would be involved directly in the country’s TVET human capital development, particularly in development of skills and workforce. GITC’s membership comprises 12 individuals representing industry sectors.
A TVET Collaboration Hub will also be implemented, involving 11 ministries and coordinated by the Ministry of Higher Education. The initiative would be a strategic collaborative platform for expertise, equipment and technology between the excellence centre and TVET institutes, regional economic authorities and industry. 12 hubs have been identified including automotive, semiconductor, marine, air-conditioning, aerospace, robotics, rail, telecommunication, hospitality and tourism, as well as food technology. The initiative is expected to strengthen the TVET symbiotic ecosystem in connecting those involved in narrowing the gap between demands and supplies of employees.
