Putrajaya: The Bumiputera empowerment agenda cannot be driven in isolation, but instead requires comprehensive cooperation involving the government, industry, educational institutions, government-linked companies (GLCs), the private sector, and the community, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ahmad Zahid emphasized the necessity for all parties to collaborate to ensure that every formulated plan benefits and creates more opportunities for future generations. This was discussed during a meeting he chaired with cluster chairmen of the Bumiputera Economic Congress in Putrajaya. The meeting was held to review the progress and direction of several strategic agendas under the Bumiputera Economic Transformation Plan 2035 (PuTERA35).

Various matters were discussed, including aspects of education, talent development, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), economy, entrepreneurship, emerging technologies, community development, and overall public well-being. Ahmad Zahid expressed confidence that the findings and proposals would be refined to ensure the agenda remains relevant and capable of strengthening the future of the Bumiputera community and the nation.

PuTERA35, launched on August 19, 2024, is a comprehensive plan by the government to empower the Bumiputera economy through 132 initiatives, three thrusts, and 12 drivers. The 10-year strategic plan, spanning from 2024 to 2035, aims to increase Bumiputera participation, ownership, and control to a higher level in line with the aspirations of the MADANI Economy initiative.