KUALA LUMPUR: Southeast Asia’s largest integrated car e-commerce platform, Carsome, has expressed its readiness to support the Government in strengthening the nation’s tech and human capital ecosystem.
The company recently showcased its tech capabilities, talent development and retention initiatives, and Carsome Academy’s plans to elevate Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) offerings to Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar.
Based on a social media posting following the visit, the minister said:
“As Malaysia’s first ‘Tech Unicorn’, Carsome’s achievements have been truly remarkable. Their effort to digitalize the vehicle purchasing process in the country has led to the creation of various new jobs and business opportunities.”
“I am intrigued by Carsome Academy, a brainchild of Carsome, which is instrumental in providing opportunities for our nation’s youth to acquire skills in the automotive sector.
“This effort is in line with the Government’s effort to elevate TVET institutions in the country,” Sivakumar added.
Teoh (left) having a discussion with Sivakumar.
Carsome co-founder and Carsome Academy CEO Jiun Ee Teoh, who led the briefing for Sivakumar, said the academy was aligned with the minister's commitment towards elevating the nation’s human capital ecosystem to power the nation’s growth.
“In line with this, we look forward to contributing our knowledge, expertise and experience towards the creation of high-quality jobs and opportunities that will cement Malaysia’s attractiveness to world-class talents,” he said.
“We also welcome the Minister’s interest in Carsome Academy, which was founded to help meet the industry’s demand for skilled automotive talents while creating a positive social impact in local communities.
It is encouraging how close TVET is to the Minister’s heart and we look forward to driving greater momentum in this space so that
Malaysian youths can access solid opportunities to upskill and build a brighter future,” he said.
Carsome Academy has also expanded to Thailand and Indonesia and is an accredited centre in both countries.
