KPT perkukuh kerjasama pastikan graduan dapat kerja selaras kelayakan

Minister of Higher Education, Zambry Abd Kadir, emphasized the importance of continued efforts in ensuring that thousands of graduates annually are equipped with the right skills to match the job market demands and requirements. Speaking at a media briefing prior to the Malaysia Academy Day and Month 2026, held at Universiti Malaya (UM) today, Zambry stated that the KPT is working closely with related departments, particularly the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Human Resources, and the Higher Education Blueprint Malaysia 2026-2035, to ensure that graduates from universities and polytechnics are well-prepared for their respective fields based on their qualifications.

Zambry highlighted that these ongoing initiatives are crucial in ensuring that hundreds of graduates produced each year can match the appropriate job sectors according to their qualifications. "Among the steps taken by the KPT is the close cooperation among the main ministries to ensure that those who graduate from universities and polytechnics are aligned with their field of work according to their qualifications," he said during the media briefing at the Malaysia Academy Day and Month 2026 in Universiti Malaya (UM) today.

During the Academy Day celebration held annually since the government announced it in 2019, Zambry noted that the issue of graduate salaries has been discussed in Cabinet meetings and garnered special attention from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, alongside the upcoming salary formulation steps. He further mentioned that the KPT is continuously striving to simplify the affairs of academia and address any constraints that may hinder the advancement of research and knowledge transfer.

According to Zambry, the primary focus is on translating research findings and innovations from universities into practical applications for society and contributing to national development. Regarding the government's proposed budget, Zambry expressed hope for increased allocations, particularly for development and management expenses.

"We need to address the welfare of students, especially the provision of basic amenities, the organization, and the well-being of university, polytechnic, and community college accommodation facilities which require immediate attention," he said.