MASJID TANAH: The Melaka government is committed to ensuring that the influx of high-impact investments not only drives economic growth but also directly benefits the people through job opportunities and skills development.
Caretaker Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ab Rauf Yusoh said this was important to ensure that the people in the state will also benefit from the economic spillovers generated by new investments.
He said the proposed RM6 billion investment by Edra Power Holdings Sdn Bhd (Edra) in Melaka, aimed at supplying power to data centres to be developed in the state, had the potential to create more than 3,000 jobs while supporting the growth of high-tech industries.
He said the development of data centres, which required an adequate and stable power supply, could also pave the way for Melaka to attract more investments in the artificial intelligence (AI) technology sector.
“Certainly, it will create job opportunities and bring in high-value investments, as well as introduce advanced technology to Melaka,” he said.
He was speaking after the launching of the CGNEI 2026 Gas Turbine Committee Working Conference at the CGNEI Gas Turbine Skills Training Centre in Kuala Sungai Baru today.
Also present was Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also energy transition and water transformation minister.
Earlier in his speech, Rauf said the state government wanted to ensure that industrial growth was supported by the development of the local workforce, particularly among the younger generation.
He hoped Edra, CGN Energy International and other industry partners would continue to provide specialised training, industrial placements and career pathways to enable young people in Melaka to enter the sector.
“As we continue to invest in energy infrastructure and advanced technology, we must also invest in developing the human capital that will shape the future of this industry.
“I sincerely hope CGN Energy International, Edra and all industry partners will continue to provide more opportunities for skilled local workers, particularly young people in Melaka, through specialised training, industrial placements and meaningful career pathways,” he said.