In the context of national human capital development, the Ministry of Education sees higher education as well as Technical and Vocational Education and Training, T-VET, as complementary learning pathways to shape an inclusive life-long learning ecosystem that is relevant with future needs. The matter was stressed upon at the launching of the WorldSkills Brunei National Competition 2026. It took place 26th January afternoon at a hotel in Anggerek  Desa.

On the WorldSkills Brunei National Competition, Doctor  Haji  Azman bin Ahmad,  Permanent Secretary for Higher Education at the Ministry of Education explained that the involvement of education institutions and industry partners clearly reflects the 'whole-of-nation' approach in producing a highly skilled workforce that is relevant and resilient as well as ready to face future challenges. 16 skill areas will be competed at the 3-day competition which starts 27th January at BRIDEX, Jerudong with the participation of Colleges and Secondary Schools, schools under the Institute of Brunei Technical Education, higher education institutions and training providers.