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Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Chang Lih Kang has assured STEM students that Malaysia's expanding tech sector offers abundant job opportunities, with demand currently outpacing the supply of qualified graduates.
The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation has launched the National Science Week Carnival 2026 in Sarawak, focusing on bringing science education and technology literacy to remote and rural communities through school outreach programmes.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that Malaysia's education system must cultivate teachers proficient in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence while maintaining strong ethical foundations and commitment to human values.
Malaysia Techlympics 2026 will run from July to September, mobilising 1.8 million students and youths for STEM competitions. The initiative features 90 contests across fields including AI, robotics, and renewable energy.
More than 326,000 students at Malaysian public universities are pursuing STEM courses between 2023 and March 2026, representing 59% of total enrolment and aligning with the nation's technology-driven development agenda.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has established the National Education Council to spearhead comprehensive reforms across Malaysia's education system, balancing modernisation with cultural values and national language preservation.