Anwar tasks UiTM alumni federation with evaluating Bumiputera agencies
SHAH ALAM: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has tasked the UiTM Malaysia Alumni Federation with evaluating major Bumiputera agencies, including UiTM, and recommending ways to strengthen them.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has assigned the UiTM Malaysia Alumni Federation with evaluating major Bumiputera agencies, such as UiTM, and proposing methods to enhance their capabilities. The task force, consisting of 7 to 10 alumni, may include individuals without government ties. Anwar assured the alumni that this opportunity would demonstrate the seriousness of the government's commitment to improving Bumiputera agencies.
The alumni should also suggest expanding academic disciplines and faculties to meet future economic demands, focusing on fields like artificial intelligence, quantum computing, healthcare, and other emerging sectors. The initiative aims to harness the experience of past leaders and others who have firsthand knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses of Bumiputera agencies, ultimately aiming to strengthen these institutions and ensure UiTM maintains its position as a leading center of academic excellence.
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