NRES LAUNCHES BOARD OF GEOLOGISTS MALAYSIA STRATEGIC PLAN 2023-2040

• Published date: 07 April 2024
• Author: THIVYAMALINI RAMALU
• Publication title: Bernama: The Malaysian National News Agency (Malaysia)

The plan serves as a comprehensive document delineating the strategic roadmap of the Malaysian Board of Geologists (MBOG), detailing objectives, focus areas, and action plans aimed at addressing present needs, navigating future challenges, and fulfilling the demands of stakeholders and clients

"Presently, the MBOG has 3,023 registered geologists, and NRES is hopeful for further growth, to align with the increasing demand for professional geological services and the advancement of the nation's geoscience sector," NRES highlighted in a statement commemorating World Geologist Day 2024, celebrated every first Sunday of April.

NRES stated that during the 2nd National Mineral Council Meeting convened on May 8, 2023, it was resolved that only Registered Professional Geologists, Registered Foreign Geologists, Registered Practitioners, or Engineers with Practice Certification would be eligible to provide and certify exploration and mining reports.

This resolution was also endorsed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who chaired the 80th National Land Council Meeting on Sept 12, 2023.

NRES highlighted that Malaysia stands among the countries where geologists hold professional status; amidts a scenario where few nations recognise geology as a specialised field or profession.

Countries such as the United States, Canada, Italy, Spain, Japan, and Taiwan recognize geologists as...