00:00All schools in Malaysia, including religious, international, and private institutions,
00:06are now required to offer Bahasa Melayu and history as per the national curriculum for all Malaysian students.
00:13Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the policy would be implemented during official school hours
00:18and applies to all institutions, including those offering the Unified Examination Certificate.
00:25Anwar also said that from 2027, Form 6 and matriculation programs would come under the purview of the Higher Education Ministry
00:32to ensure a smoother transition to bachelor's degrees.
00:37Anwar said technical and vocational education and training would be introduced in primary and secondary schools from 2027,
00:45with a focus on technology and digital skills.
00:48Anwar added that high-achieving students with a 4.0 GPA in SDPM, matriculation, foundation, or diploma programs
00:57will be guaranteed places at public universities.
01:01Anwar added that general studies would also be taught in Bahasa Melayu at all public and private universities,
01:07with a focus on Malaysia's constitution and history.
01:10Anwar Mithar Raja, FMT.