On July 15, 2024, the Penang CAT Centre proudly welcomed delegations from Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) for a momentous Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) handover session. This event marked the beginning of an exciting collaboration focused on nurturing a skilled talent pipeline to support Penang’s rapidly growing industries. The meeting included in-depth discussions on innovative strategies to prepare and develop the future workforce, ensuring that they are equipped to meet the needs of the region’s booming sectors. Together, we are committed to fostering innovation and driving economic growth in the region.