According to the latest policy report, the Employee Retraining Board will undergo a series of significant reforms, with course eligibility no longer restricted to those holding sub-degree qualifications. This change aims to adapt to economic transformation and fully support the innovative technology industry, particularly in fields like artificial intelligence, with an expected provision of at least 10,000 training spots.
The Potential of Low-Altitude Economy
Lam Hon Yuen Samuel, CEO of an Art Tech company, pointed out that the company is involved in the low-altitude economy and has recently participated in the planning of several drone performances. He noted that organizing a drone show requires up to 150 people for preliminary and logistical work. Reports from the mainland indicate a shortage of 1 million drone pilots and nearly 3.5 million vacancies in back-end roles. Currently, Hong Kong faces a talent supply shortage in the low-altitude economy, leading to frequent reliance on hiring from the mainland.
The Urgency of Talent Training
He emphasized, "Hong Kong lacks talent in the low-altitude economy and art technology. Sometimes, we need to recruit professionals from the mainland. We hope to train more local talent, as this is an emerging industry. As the sector develops, collaboration between enterprises and training centers will be crucial. We must provide internship opportunities, as practical experience is vital for career development."
The development of the low-altitude economy is expected to become a new force for Hong Kong through training provided by the Employee Retraining Board (ERB). Reports indicate that future reforms will make course design more targeted, shifting from traditional employment-oriented approaches to technology-focused curricula, covering cutting-edge topics like artificial intelligence and blockchain, thereby injecting new momentum into Hong Kong's economy.
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