AI puts 600,000 jobs at risk but opens new roles, says Malaysia's HR minister
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, Sim said AI could unlock thousands of new employment opportunities, with over 60 emerging job roles already identified, 70% of them in the AI and tech sector.
A recent ministry-commissioned study revealed that 600,000 existing jobs are "at risk" due to AI, though not necessarily lost. 'Some may become obsolete, but most will be reshaped, demanding urgent reskilling and upskilling,' Sim said.
He urged a shift from 'worry to strategy,' stressing that Malaysia must equip its workforce with AI-ready skills. New job roles such as prompt engineers are emerging, requiring not just technical expertise but also oversight of AI-generated outputs. Sim emphasised two key skill pillars: high-level AI proficiency for managing or developing AI systems, and broad AI literacy for everyday users.
To support this, the MyMahir portal is helping Malaysians align their training with future-ready skills. Sim also highlighted the need for clear ethical and legal frameworks to guide AI's development responsibly.
'This is not just about technology, it's about values, regulation, and inclusive growth,' he concluded, reinforcing the ministry's commitment to balancing innovation with workforce readiness.
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