Johor bahru: The establishment of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Commission, along with the tabling of the related legislation in Parliament, is anticipated to be finalised by the end of this year. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced that the commission is set to replace the National TVET Council in an effort to bolster the country's TVET ecosystem.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ahmad Zahid, who also serves as the Rural and Regional Development Minister, stated that extensive engagement sessions with various stakeholders are currently underway to pave the way for the next steps. "Once these engagement sessions are completed, we will submit a Cabinet paper for approval. Although policy approval has already been obtained, approval to table the matter in the Dewan Rakyat and Dewan Negara is still being processed as it involves careful legal considerations," he remarked.
He made these comments during a press conference following the launch of the Johor Darul Ta'zim TVET MARA Roadshow at the Educity Sports Complex. Deputy Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Rubiah Wang and Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki were also present at the event.
Ahmad Zahid, who chairs the National TVET Council, emphasized that the creation of a dedicated commission aligns with the implementation models of developed countries that have similar bodies in place. He further explained that the commission's responsibilities would extend beyond policy formulation to include the implementation and enforcement of its policies.
In other remarks, Ahmad Zahid commented on the impact of Undi18 in Johor, highlighting the significant role young voters play in shaping the state's future leadership. He noted that voters aged 40 and below, including those aged 18, now constitute approximately 52 percent of the state's electorate.
In this context, the Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman expressed optimism that the younger generation would collaborate with Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi in advancing Johor's development agenda. "We are confident that they (the young people) have a close affinity with Datuk Onn Hafiz. We are once again presenting him as a young leader. Insya-Allah, with the consent of the Palace, this will provide continuity in his leadership as the Menteri Besar of Johor," he stated.