Accra:The Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) plans to channel RM3 billion from its levy fund to support three million training opportunities aimed at strengthening the workforce under Budget 2027.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, HRD Corp chief executive Datuk Shamir Aziz stated that this initiative aligns with the 13th Malaysia Plan's goal of increasing the proportion of skilled workers to 35 percent by 2030, with a focus on professional certification and industry-driven upskilling.

The corporation is committed to expanding training and retraining programs to enhance job prospects and career advancement, helping workers and businesses adapt to economic changes and evolving industry demands. Training efforts will be centered on industry needs, recognized professional certifications, and strategic use of levy funds to ensure employers' investments in skills development provide tangible benefits to both employees and businesses.

Additionally, RM40 million has been allocated for the MADANI Professional Caregivers Skills initiative, which is expected to benefit 8,000 participants. This includes school leavers, technical and vocational education and training (TVET) graduates, homemakers, and job seekers. The funding will cover training costs, attendance allowances, and training kits for various caregiving fields, including elderly care, infant and childcare, care for persons with disabilities, and postpartum care.