SELANGOR is poised to unveil a strategic roadmap designed to address educational needs while driving long-term human capital development.
Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said Selangor Budget 2027 will focus on strengthening the education support system and increasing student participation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as well as Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
Amirudin said the education sector will continue to be a vital agenda in the state’s development.
He added that investment in education should not be measured merely by the allocated expenditure but rather evaluated by its impact on students, teachers, institutions and society.
“Thus, the direction of the state's education budget to be announced this Friday will cover priorities to strengthen educational access and opportunities, ensuring Selangor youths have the chance to grow regardless of their socio economic background.
“It also encompasses the empowerment of educational institutions and teacher development through enhancing competencies, facilities and the quality of education delivery," he said after launching the Selangor Education Summit (SES) 2026 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) in Shah Alam on Wednesday (Nov 11).
Also present were state secretary Datuk Dr Ahmad Fadzli Ahmad Tajuddin and deputy state secretary (Development) who is also the state economic planning unit (UPEN) director Datuk Johary Anuar.
Meanwhile, Johary stated that SES 2026, running for four days until Nov 14 at SCCC, is being held for the second time as a platform to unite all aspects of education under one mega-event.
"The summit includes competitions, symposia, conventions, research and innovation showcases, as well as exhibitions by Selangor state education agencies.
"SES is designed with several main objectives, including providing a platform for knowledge sharing, educational opportunities and pathways, skill development, and expanding exposure to STEM and TVET," he said.
Earlier at the event, Amirudin launched SPARK (Selangor Programme for Aspiring, Ready, and Knowledgeable Talents), an internship programme to support university students and graduates entering the workforce.
It offers a monthly allowance of RM1,500 alongside a specialised module for eligible participants who will be placed in state government agencies and subsidiary companies.
The initiative was first announced during the tabling of Selangor Budget 2026 last year.
