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Some 1,107 cadets from the Civil Defence Student Corps (Kor SISPA) across 36 Malaysian universities will become the first beneficiaries of a newly approved allowance scheme, with payments commencing this month at an initial cost of RM500,000.
Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education is establishing stronger monitoring systems and coordinating with professional bodies to address recognition issues affecting overseas graduate qualifications, following recent cases involving pharmacy graduates.
SMK Seri Mulia in Kuala Lumpur has received RM300,000 from its parliamentary allocation for facility upgrades and enhanced student safety measures, prioritising mental health and physical security.
Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh stressed that university cooperation—particularly through affordable premises and reasonable rental rates—is essential for expanding the Menu Rahmah affordable meal programme to more campuses across Malaysia.
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While bullying must be tackled, Malaysia's new tribunal system risks consuming school resources and transforming educational institutions into evidence-gathering centres. A principal argues for keeping resolution school-led and educationally focused.
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has clarified that School Liaison Officers deployed nationwide handle a comprehensive range of safety issues, extending far beyond managing bullying incidents among students.
Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting disadvantaged students through expanded financial aid and academic support programmes, coinciding with record enrolment numbers.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysian schools to transparently report bullying cases rather than suppress them for reputational reasons, emphasizing that swift action protects victims and addresses systemic problems.
The Federation of Peninsular Malay Students is demanding regular mental health screenings at all schools, citing rising depression and emotional stress among students following a stabbing incident in Banting.
The Selangor State Education Department visited a female student receiving treatment at Banting Hospital following a stabbing incident at a secondary school in Kuala Langat, with the suspect remanded for four days.