Empowering next generation crucial for economic growth, says Tengku Mahkota Pahang

The Star

Engaging and empowering the next generation is critical to maintaining Malaysia's economic momentum.    Tengku Mahkota Pahang Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah on Wednesday (Aug 21) said the nation must be committed to legacy educational opportunities and cultivating talent through ongoing learning programmes and knowledge-sharing sessions such as the International Sustainable Energy Summit (ISES) 2024.   WATCH MORE: https://thestartv.com/c/news SUBSCRIBE: https://cutt.ly/TheStar LIKE: https://fb.com/TheStarOnline

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00:00Without further ado, please a round of applause as we welcome His Royal Highness, the Crown Prince of Baha'u to the stage.

00:16Our participation here today emphasizes the fact that we are all progress architects,

00:21working to leave a legacy that secures not only survival but also thriving ecosystems and dynamic communities.

00:30The journey is long, but with unity and a consistent dedication to innovation,

00:36we can light the way to a future in which sustainable energy is not just a concept but a reality.

00:44Malaysia will continue to invest in cutting-edge technologies,

00:48encourage research and development, and implement policies that will accelerate progress in the energy and water sectors.

00:56Fostering an environment that promotes creativity and technology development will, in our opinion,

01:02pave the road to long-term development and a resilient future.

01:08Your Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen,

01:11looking ahead, engaging and empowering the next generation is critical to maintaining our momentum.

01:18We must be committed to leaving a legacy of educational opportunities

01:23and cultivating talent through ongoing learning programs and knowledge-sharing sessions like this one.

01:30We must provide platforms for young innovators to contribute to our sustainability goals.

01:36By incorporating sustainability into our school curriculum,

01:40we can instill a sense of environmental stewardship and leadership in children from a young age.

01:47This includes measures like incorporating green technologies into school projects

01:53and forming sustainability clubs to encourage students to research, innovate in the field of environmental science.

02:01Our universities and research institutions also play an important role in this endeavour.

02:07By providing specialised programs in RE, Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Development,

02:15we are providing our children with the information and skills they will need to face future difficulties.

02:22Partnerships with international and renowned institutions can further improve these programs

02:27by providing our students with global perspectives and expertise.

02:32To effectively nurture future sustainability leaders,

02:36we must bridge the gap between academia and real-world application through mentorship and training programs.

02:43Giving young professionals the opportunity to interact with industry experts

02:48and hone their innovation and entrepreneurship abilities through competitions, hackathons and incubator programs

02:56gives them the power to affect change.

02:58We ensure a legacy of environmental stewardship and sustainable development

03:03by providing the information, skills and chances for innovation to the next generation who will be the world's future leaders.

03:11Please join us in thanking His Royal Highness, the Crown Prince of Pahang, for joining us this afternoon.

03:21Let's have a group photograph with everyone on stage alongside His Royal Highness.

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