Global Media Focus | See the sharing of best practices in global vocational education and training in Shanghai
From September 22 to September 27, the 48th World Skills Competition was held in Shanghai. This international vocational skills competition, which is the highest level, largest and most influential in the world, has attracted the attention of many foreign media. The report believes that the competition will not only showcase the professional level of young skilled talents, but also play a positive role in promoting the development of global vocational education and promoting exchanges and cooperation in the field of technology and skills.
With the theme of "Skills Change the World, Skills Illuminate the Future", this year's competition has 64 competition projects for the first time, covering six major fields: transportation and logistics, structure and construction technology, manufacturing and engineering technology, information and communication technology, creative arts and fashion, and social and personal services. According to the requirements of the WorldSkills Organization, contestants are generally no more than 22 years old, and the age limit is relaxed to 25 in some projects.
The Swiss Organizer magazine website reported that Switzerland sent 42 players to participate in 38 competition events. They gathered in Shanghai with nearly 1,400 young professionals from 68 countries and regions to compete with the world's top players in their respective fields.
The article believes that the WorldSkills Competition provides a showcase for Swiss vocational education and training. The skills displayed by the players in Shanghai were not just learned during preparation training. Combining theory with practice has been a core component of vocational training from the beginning. The article said that in Shanghai, what we see is the result of this model: well-trained young professionals who have broad development opportunities after completing training.
The official website of the Abu Dhabi Media Office stated that in this competition, the UAE sent players to compete in 16 technical events. The article believes that the WorldSkills Competition is the world’s largest international technical and vocational skills competition. The event builds a platform for outstanding young talents from around the world to promote professional exchanges and sharing of best practices in the field of technical and vocational education and training.
The report quoted Shamsi, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Technical Vocational Education and Training Center, as saying that this participation is an important opportunity to showcase the capabilities of Emirati talents, gain valuable international experience, and compete with the best young talents in the world.
The South African "Communicator" network reported that representing South Africa in the World Skills Competition is regarded as one of the highest honors for young technical and vocational school students. Success in this competition can open the door to international exchange opportunities for participants and promote career development.
Reports indicate that outside the competition venue, students will have the opportunity to meet contestants from all over the world, exchange knowledge and experience different cultures. They will also be exposed to the latest technology, equipment and industry trends, developing skills that will benefit the development of South Africa's manufacturing, engineering and services industries. (Compiled by: Wang Huanxing)
