Varsities need to give space for industry to explore disciplines with new technology, says Anwar


GEORGE TOWN: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (pic) has urged public universities, particularly those in the northern region, to give ample space for industry players to cooperate in exploring new disciplines related to high-tech industries.

Anwar stressed the importance of synergy between universities, industry players and the private sector, especially in developing the semiconductor industry as well as the related ecosystems, in line with Penang's position as a semiconductor hub in the region.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Zara Quairina inquest: Ex-principal unaware of students' written statements
Police corporal killed in Ipoh motorcycle-car crash
Kinabatangan by-election: Voters torn between loyalty, local sentiment as polling day nears
Kedah declares Feb 1 public holiday for Thaipusam
Six including company owner remanded four days in graft probe
MIC hasn't left BN, says Zambry
MACC focusing on governance weaknesses in e-waste management
X tightens controls on Grok, disables generation of explicit content, says Fahmi
Court issues seizure order against Caprice over unpaid costs
Cops identify two suspects in FAM document forgery scandal

Others Also Read