00:00As Malaysia gears up to become a high-income nation by 2028, it is time for the country
00:06to prioritize science, technology, and innovation for their vast potential and economic returns.
00:13More museums need to be built nationwide, ideally showcasing a wide range of subjects
00:18such as archaeology, astronomy, and botany.
00:22These intellectual hubs serve as spaces for the public to explore and learn while fostering
00:27a sense of curiosity and a thirst for knowledge in young children.
00:31There is also a need to introduce startup boot camps in schools to promote critical
00:35thinking and nurture an entrepreneurial spirit among young minds.
00:40These classes can provide students with hands-on experience in starting a business from brainstorming
00:45and prototyping to launching their own products.
00:48With these initiatives in place, the government must now focus on the research and development
00:53sector which is a critical driver of technological innovation.
00:57Long-term and targeted investments in R&D pave the way for breakthroughs in key areas
01:01like artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and biotechnology.
01:06All these steps will go a long way toward making Malaysia an innovation-first country
01:10and transforming it into a world-class high-income nation.
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