Talent Transformation: How Asian CEOs Are Bridging the Skills Gap in 2025

Reskilling and Upskilling in Emerging Economies

In emerging Asian economies, reskilling and upskilling have become national priorities. The World Economic Forum projects that over 50 percent of workers in countries like India, Vietnam, and the Philippines will require reskilling by 2026 due  to automation and digital transformation.

“Upskilling, reskilling will help the Indian workforce win in tomorrow’s market,” - Greg Hart, President & CEO of Coursera.

Coursera’s data supports this view, predicting that India will become its largest user base by 2026, driven by demand for digital, data, and cloud skills. Initiatives like Infosys’ “Reskill and Restart” and Singapore’s SkillsFuture have already touched millions. These workforce upskilling strategies by Asian companies are not only improving productivity but also widening access to economic opportunity in rural and underserved areas.

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