The document discusses the need to reform technical and vocational education and training (TVET) programs in Malaysia to develop skilled railway professionals and align with the country's participation in China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). It recommends tailoring curricula to modern railway technologies, providing practical work experience through internships and industry partnerships, and establishing collaborative training programs with other BRI countries. National and international skills competitions are also proposed to foster innovation, benchmark excellence, and build a community of railway experts. International collaboration on areas like standardization, sharing best practices, joint training, research and development, and addressing global issues is highlighted as important for efficient railway operations across borders. The goal is to cultivate visionary transport talents to

1. Cultivating Belt and Road
Transport Visionaries

2. The Current Scenario:
The Rise of Railways in Malaysia: Over the past few years, our country has embarked on ambitious
railway projects, such as the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High-Speed Rail and the East Coast Rail Link.
These ventures not only enhance connectivity but also create myriad job opportunities.
The Gap in Skillsets: With new railway technologies being integrated, there's an emerging gap
between the available skillsets and industry demands. We have state-of-the-art infrastructure but
need skilled on hands to operate, manage, and innovate.

3. Technical & Vocational Education Training (TVET):
The Heartbeat of our Railway Future:
Tailored Curriculum:
To nurture transport talent that aligns
with BRI’s vision, we need to tailor our
curriculum to modern railway
management systems, digital rail
technologies, and green transportation
solutions.
Practical Exposure:
Classroom learning, while invaluable,
should be supplemented with real-world
experience. Internships, on-site visits, and
collaborative projects with industry giants
can bridge the academic-industry gap.
Regional Collaboration:
As a BRI country, we should forge partnerships
with fellow member nations. Collaborative
training programs and student exchange
initiatives can provide a more comprehensive
understanding of the BRI railway ecosystem.
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4. The Role of Transport Skills
Competitions:
Nurturing
Nurturing Innovation: Through
national and international
competitions, students can present
groundbreaking solutions, fostering a
culture of innovation.
Benchmarking
Benchmarking Excellence: These
contests provide a platform for
benchmarking our skills against
global standards, ensuring that
Malaysia remains at the forefront
of railway excellence.
Building
Building a Community: Beyond
skills, competitions foster
camaraderie, teamwork, and the
exchange of ideas, building a
community of passionate railway
professionals.

5. • 1. Standardization Across Borders: -
• Overview: Railways often cross international borders, and with different countries
having their own sets of railway standards and protocols, there’s a need for uniformity. -
• 2. Shared Best Practices: -
• Overview: Collaboration allows for an exchange of best practices. One country's
innovative solution to a railway challenge can be adopted and adapted by another.
• 3. Joint Training Programs: -
• Overview: Countries can come together to develop and conduct joint training
programs, leveraging the expertise from each nation.
• 4. Research and Development Partnerships: -
• Overview: Countries can jointly invest in research and development for better rail
technologies, safety protocols, and other innovations.
• 5. Addressing Global Challenges:
• - Overview: Global challenges like climate change and pandemics impact all nations.
Collaboratively addressing these in the context of railways is crucial. .
• 6. Economic Implications: -
• Overview: Efficient and seamless railway operations, backed by international
collaboration, can have positive economic implications. -
• . By deeply exploring the role of international collaboration in railway technical
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Role of International Collaboration in Railway
Technical Training

6. Conclusion: Cultivating the Belt and
Road Transport Visionaries: Slide 5 –
5 mins
In conclusion, the Belt and Road Initiative
paints a future where interconnectedness
reigns supreme. But this grand vision rests on
the shoulders of skilled transport
professionals.
By reshaping our railway vocational education
and training, integrating practical exposure,
and championing transport skills competitions,
we can cultivate talents who are not only
adept at handling contemporary challenges
but are also visionaries of the BRI dream.
Let's join hands and pave the way for a future
where Malaysia isn't just a participant but a
leader in the Belt and Road journey.
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