Strong push for science, skills


Future-proofing: A generation skilled in STEM, AI and TVET is well-positioned to find high-quality employment. – Filepic

THE Budget 2024 allocation for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), artificial intelligence (AI), and technical and vocational education and training (TVET), can significantly enhance the quality of education in schools and universities.

During the tabling of the budget on Oct 13, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the allocation of RM100mil for STEM education, RM20mil for AI and RM6.8bil for TVET.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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