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Malaysia's Budget 2025: Big Opportunities, Bigger Talent Challenges?

October 21, 2024

With RM1 billion set aside for local talent development and a whopping US$16.9 billion in investments attracted from global giants, Malaysia is positioning itself as a major player in the tech and digital space.

This is great news for the economy, but it also brings up important questions for businesses:

How are you preparing for the surge in demand for talent? Do you have the people you need to take advantage of this growth?

📈 More Competition for Top Talent
These investments point to rapid growth in high-value sectors such as AI, robotics, and digital technologies. As companies expand, the competition for skilled talent is going to be fierce. The race is on, and everyone will be looking for the brightest to stay ahead of the curve.


🤔 Where Do We find the Talent?

As demand for specialized skills rises, the local talent pool will feel the pressure. Companies might find themselves competing not just within Malaysia, but also on a global scale. This is where a regional workforce strategy becomes crucial.


🌟 How FP Global Fits in:

From workforce planning to identifying and attracting top talent across APAC, we act as a strategic partner to ensure your team is ready to capitalize on this exciting growth phase.


Let’s connect and explore how we can collaborate to ensure you’ve got the talent to keep up. Drop me a text, or email me at
huishuen@fundspartnership.com for a discussion!

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