00:00Three, two, one.
00:10This publication stands as a remarkable achievement.
00:16It reflects not only her academic excellence and intellectual depth,
00:22but also her commitment to advancing knowledge that is both relevant and impactful to our society.
00:34What is particularly commendable is her ability to transform her doctoral thesis
00:43in a published academic book within just one year of graduation.
00:49It speaks volumes about her dissemination.
00:53This book was published by the Universal Malaya Press in 2025.
00:59The subject of this research is both timely and highly significant.
01:05Following the implementation of the UND-18,
01:09Malaysia has witnessed a profound shift in its political landscape.
01:15The inclusion of younger voters has substantially expanded the electorate,
01:22placing millennials and youth cohorts at the center of democratic participation.
01:31Political participation today stands far beyond the act of voting.
01:37Among millennials, it increasingly manifests through digital engagement,
01:46issue-based advocacy and active discourse across social media platforms.
01:54Younger voters may be more exposed to misinformation, political pluralization
02:03and emotionally-driven narratives, particularly within the digital environments.
02:12This underscores the importance of political education and responsible civic engagement.
02:20This is where Mona's work becomes especially relevant and valuable.
02:29As we celebrate more than 57 years of educational legacy,
02:36TA-UMT should now move towards another important milestone,
02:41the establishment of the TA-UMT Press.
02:45The creation of the University Press is a defining step in the academic maturity of any institution.
02:55It reflects confidence in our scholarly capabilities and our commitment to knowledge dissemination.
03:04Through TA-UMT Press, we aim to document local insights,
03:11elevate Malaysian scholarship and contribute more actively to the global academic community.
03:20It would also serve as a vital platform for our academics to publish high-quality research,
03:31ensuring that their work reaches a broader audience and creates meaningful impact.
03:46As we do, as we will describe the
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