Talent: The Engine of Transformation

At the Forum Ekonomi Malaysia 2026 , ASLI CEO Danial Rahman moderated a crucial dialogue on the future of our workforce. Examining the Higher Education Policy 2026-2035, the session aimed to bridge the gap between academia and industry to drive a high-value economy.

The discussion highlighted that retaining talent is now an economic imperative. To leapfrog ahead, the consensus was clear: we must move beyond traditional learning to prioritize innovation, competitive wages, and strategic upskilling that aligns with global benchmarks.

In a rapidly evolving world, education must be more than just a qualification; it is the strategic catalyst that empowers individuals and secures Malaysia’s competitiveness on the world stage.

Driving this agenda forward were our distinguished panelists: Deputy Minister of Higher Education YB Adam Adli, PSDC CEO Dr. Hari Narayanan, TalentCorp Group CEO Edward Ling, and ViTrox President & CEO Dato Chu Jenn Weng.

Empowering Leaders, Advancing Societies