KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): The Malaysian Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) has allocated RM70mil for the implementation of several strategic programmes to assist players in the construction industry who were affected by the enforcement of the movement control order (MCO).
said the allocation was also provided to support the country's policy in enhancing the use of technology, while reducing dependence on foreign workers by providing jobs for local.
"A total of 17,700 local construction workers as well as youths will benefit from the Skilling, Reskilling, Upskilling, and skills accreditation programmes that will be implemented. Fadillah said CIDB would also provide an apprenticeship programme where 7,800 local youths would be sent to construction companies for training to provide them with exposure and experience working in the construction industry.
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