{
  "id": 19309599,
  "title": "Nanta: Construction sector must develop next generation of leaders",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/nanta-construction-sector-must-develop-next-generation-of-leaders",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-10T08:42:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/11/1574730/nanta-construction-sector-must-develop-next-generation-leaders"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "The construction sector in Malaysia is urged to focus on developing the next generation of industry leaders, according to Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. Speaking at the opening ceremony of International Construction Week (ICW) and BuildXpo Malaysia 2026, Nanta emphasized the importance of youth involvement, technical competency, and sustainable technologies for the industry's future growth. He highlighted initiatives such as the CIDB-Chartered Institute of Building Malaysia (CIOB) Youth Arena, the CIDB-Malaysian Structural Steel Association (MSSA) Open Ideas Competition, and the Crane Lifting Planning Competition as platforms for emerging professionals to showcase their skills. Additionally, Nanta praised regional cooperation through events like the Impact Change Through Construction Conference (ICTC) and the Asia Construct Conference, which facilitate knowledge exchange and innovation among industry players.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}