Sarawak’s mental health crisis, as surging helpline calls, high suicide rates among young men, and 35.8% prevalence, imperils the PCDS 2030 vision. Depression erodes productivity, unity, and environmental stewardship, demanding urgent community-rooted mental health investment now to avert severe economic and social collapse.
Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is a proven solution to the global skills gap caused by rapid technological change. With graduate employability exceeding 94% in Malaysia and strong industry partnerships, it offers competitive salaries and inclusive development. Investing in TVET ensures a skilled workforce ready for future economic challenges.
As Sarawak advances in technical education and workforce development, bridging inclusion gaps for women and marginalised youth will determine how fully the state realises its vision of skilled, equitable progress.
This article explores Sarawak’s strategic efforts in upskilling and reskilling its workforce through programmes like iCPD, highlighting government initiatives, industry collaborations, and education reforms aimed at preparing talent for a competitive, future-ready economy.
The newly established Centre of Technical Excellence (CTE), among other technical institutions in Sarawak, is poised to produce highly-skilled workforce in light of the...