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Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan says only six per cent of Malaysia's workforce is unionised, reflecting widespread unawareness of union benefits and potential for growth.
The Penang Future Foundation has distributed approximately RM47.7 million in scholarships to 863 Malaysian students over the past nine years, with applications now open for 2026 awards in STEM, accountancy and finance fields.
Malaysia's agricultural technical education sector has trained over 25,600 skilled workers, with graduate employment rates climbing to 81% in 2024. The ministry honours 750 new graduates across farming, fisheries and veterinary disciplines.
Malaysia has formally approved the establishment of a National Tahfiz Council to standardise Islamic memorisation education, create clear academic pathways, and integrate tahfiz students into the mainstream education and professional sectors.