Eng

China, ASEAN boost vocational education for regional development

XINHUA
發布於 13小時前 • Zhu Lili,Ma Xiaoran,Xia Xiaoyidu
Foreign students visit a batik craft exhibition during the 2024 China-ASEAN Education Cooperation Week in southwest China's Guizhou Province, Aug. 21, 2024. (Xinhua/Tao Liang)

NANNING, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) -- At Liuzhou Polytechnic University in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Muhammad Luthfi Adri from Jakarta State Polytechnic in Indonesia is taking notes of the knowledge about excavator after-sales services at class, expecting the skills training course to boost his career in the engineering machinery industry.

"I've learned advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills from this program," said the 21-year-old student.

廣告(請繼續閱讀本文)

He is one of the 20 students who traveled from Indonesia to China for a specialized training program jointly organized by Guangxi LiuGong Machinery Co., Ltd. and Liuzhou Polytechnic University, among other partners.

The program combines classroom instruction in engineering machinery with internships at LiuGong, providing students with both technical expertise and industry exposure.

The initiative reflects the expanding collaboration between China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in vocational education, a key focus of regional cooperation. Programs such as degree courses, employer-assisted training, and short-term exchanges have helped upskill workers to meet the needs of industries across ASEAN.

廣告(請繼續閱讀本文)

Guangxi, a hub for China-ASEAN partnerships, has been instrumental in these efforts. Local universities have established 17 vocational institutes tailored to ASEAN markets, supporting sectors like agriculture, transportation and energy. These institutes are designed to meet industry demand, offering training that aligns with the needs of businesses operating across borders.

For companies like LiuGong, which sells products in over 180 countries and regions, these partnerships help address the challenge of finding skilled workers for global operations.

"Joining the training program gives students a chance to work with a leading company and grow into key players in the field," said Luo Guobing, senior vice president of LiuGong.

廣告(請繼續閱讀本文)

Many graduates now work at LiuGong's subsidiaries in ASEAN countries, where they contribute their skills and gain international experience, Luo added.

Such programs are also transforming the careers of young people. Intira Punwilai, a Thai graduate of a mechatronics program in Liuzhou, now works at a high-tech Chinese company in Thailand. Her technical skills and fluency in Chinese have made her a valuable team member and mentor for new trainees.

Guangxi has also developed multilingual training materials to support vocational education in ASEAN countries like Thailand, Myanmar and Indonesia. These resources, available in languages such as Thai and Indonesian, provide targeted support for workforce development.

"Industries like textiles, e-commerce, and tourism are growing rapidly in ASEAN, creating a strong demand for vocational training," said Huang Rongmei, director of the International Exchange Affairs Office at Guangxi Economic and Trade Vocational Institute.

"Closer cooperation in these areas is conducive to the industrial growth in ASEAN and the sound development of the regional economy," Huang added. ■

更多 Eng 相關文章

Trump rejects talk that he's ceded the presidency to Elon Musk
XINHUA
Xinhua News | Quality of China's state-owned assets improved significantly: report
XINHUA
GLOBALink | Major policy risks cloud U.S. growth figures
XINHUA
Xinhua News | China sees remarkable progress in keeping intangible cultural heritage alive
XINHUA
APR Corp. Targets Global Beauty Market Share Expansion with Participation in CES for Two Consecutive Years
PR Newswire (美通社)
Xinhua News | China's 5G subscriptions surpass 1 billion amid strong uptake
XINHUA
Yearender: A Year of legacy and innovation: The Olympic movement in 2024
XINHUA
Xinhua News | Man sentenced to death with reprieve for driving car into crowd
XINHUA
GCL Energy Technology and Ant Digital Technologies Launch First Blockchain-Based RWA Project in Photovoltaic Industry
PR Newswire (美通社)
Porton Pharma Solutions and Dragon Sail Pharmaceutical Form Strategic Partnership to Build a New Ecosystem for ADC Drug Development, Production, and Supply Chain
PR Newswire (美通社)
A dining editor’s top Hong Kong restaurant and bar openings in 2024
Tatler Hong Kong
Senior Chinese lawmakers meet amid legislative session
XINHUA
FlyOverChina | N China's Hohhot embraces high-quality development
XINHUA
Asia Album: Christmas atmosphere in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
XINHUA
Xinhua News | Xi presents order to promote military officer to rank of general
XINHUA
From Campus to CES®: KHU Startups and Students on a Global Mission
PR Newswire (美通社)
Xinhua News | China has over 4.5 million firms in core industries of digital economy
XINHUA
GLOBALink | Foreigners explore Song Dynasty culture in Jiangsu
XINHUA
China's "Kung Fu Pandas" at play
XINHUA