Kuala lumpur: The National Union of the Teaching Profession (NUTP) has been urged to continue strengthening teachers' competencies, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI), digital skills, and innovation, to meet the increasingly complex challenges facing education. Public Service Department (PSD) deputy director-general (Operations) Datuk Mohd Shaiful Ibrahim emphasized the importance of this effort in alignment with the Public Service Reform Agenda, which focuses on enhancing the competencies of civil servants, including educators.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Mohd Shaiful highlighted that developments in digital technology and AI, along with changes in the global economic landscape, necessitate a responsive education system. He stated that teachers need to be prepared to adapt to new approaches in teaching and learning, ensuring they can effectively respond to these changes.

Mohd Shaiful addressed the need for teachers to have opportunities to strengthen their competencies, particularly in AI, digital skills, and innovation, to meet the increasingly complex demands of the education sector. Additionally, he underscored the importance of considering the welfare and well-being of teachers as efforts are made to enhance their competencies, performance, and excellence.

He also noted the significance of cooperation among NUTP, the PSD, and the Education Ministry in strengthening teachers' competencies and maintaining educators' welfare and well-being. This collaboration is seen as a crucial part of supporting the country's educational development.