ROBAN: Taking up Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects as well as Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) will put students in good stead as Sarawak continues its march to become a developed state.
Both fields are highly emphasised in the state government’s Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy 2030, said Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri.
He said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has envisioned Sarawak moving towards a digital and new technology economy.
“In the strategic plan, the emphasis on new technology provides approximately 15,000 job opportunities.
Mohamad Duri (seventh from left) flanked by Syazwan on his right and Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) director Datuk Khirudin Drahman on his left, in a group photo with other guests at the MLNG Bestari Outreach Program.
“It’s a good government policy to ensure the welfare of the people in addition to the goal of providing free education someday,” he said after officiating at the MLNG Bestari Outreach Programme at SMK Kalaka here Tuesday (Sept 26).
He explained that the Sarawak government’s initiatives are now evident with funding for low-income B40 group to study in international schools.
“The state has established its own international schools for Sarawakian children, so that those who excel in the B40 group have the opportunity to study international subjects.
“The goal is to bring Sarawak forward as we need talented individuals among Sarawak’s own children.
“This means there are no more excuses. What is important is that we must have the spirit to transform ourselves,” he said.
“There are many educational institutions in Sarawak that provide assistance such as scholarships offered by Petronas and Yayasan Sarawak, as well as University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) offering many allowances. So, there are so many facilities,” he added.
Towards this end Mohamad reminded students who will be facing the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) exams in just four months to give their full attention.
He expressed his appreciation to MLNG led by its Group Chief Executive Officer Mohamed Syazwan @ Laga Jenggi, for bringing the MLNG Bestari Outreach Programme to two schools in the Kalaka constituency, namely SMK Kalaka and SK Sungai Nyiar.
“I am very happy because I understand that many improvements have been made for the schools, in addition to the contribution of school equipment, which is much needed.
“Thank you, and if possible, this programme should be expanded to help remote schools in Sarawak,” he said.
