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The Star
01-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Sarawak approves effort to boost bilingual proficiency
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government will begin implementing a standardised assessment for the Dual Language Programme (DLP) based on international standards of Cambridge University Press and Assessment (CUP&A) for Year Six students in October. Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced that the Education Ministry has granted approval for the Sarawak education, innovation and talent development ministry (MEITD) to collaborate with Cambridge University to roll out the initiative. 'This DLP programme will be reviewed and validated by Cambridge University Press and Assessment to ensure its implementation aligns with international standards,' he said in a statement issued by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit yesterday. The announcement follows the signing of a service contract between CUP&A and Swinburne Innovation Malaysia (SWIM) in Cambridge on Wednesday. The event was part of the premier's working visit to the United Kingdom, which began on Tuesday. Jane Mann, managing director of Partnerships for Education at CUP&A, represented the Cambridge side, while SWIM was represented by its chief executive officer George Ngui, Bernama reported. According to Abang Johari, the programme would follow the national curriculum utilising Bahasa Malaysia as the primary medium, while English would serve as the secondary medium for assessment based on Cambridge's international syllabus. Swinburne University, a strategic partner in the initiative, would work alongside Cambridge to implement the assessments in Sarawak. 'This initiative aims to produce students proficient in both languages, thereby equipping them to pursue higher education in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics,' he added. The premier also noted that MEITD is collaborating with Cambridge University to develop a range of high-quality bilingual programmes and scholarship opportunities to allow Sarawakian students to pursue studies in emerging strategic economic sectors. He added that both parties had agreed to facilitate the placement of qualified Sarawakian students from international school systems in world-renowned institutions, including the University of Cambridge, Oxford and the London School of Economics in the United Kingdom, as well as Harvard University in the United States. 'Sarawak is targeting a special quota of 10 placements for outstanding students in selected fields,' Abang Johari added.
Daily Express
02-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Cambridge-standard DLP exams for Year 6 students in Sarawak from October
Published on: Friday, May 02, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 02, 2025 By: FMT Reporters Text Size: Sarawak premier Abang Johari Openg (centre), witnessed the signing of a service contract between Cambridge University Press and Assessment and Swinburne Innovation Malaysia in Cambridge, UK yesterday. (Sarawak Premier's Office pic) PETALING JAYA: The Sarawak government plans to implement a standardised assessment for Year Six students under the Dual Language Programme (DLP), based on international benchmarks set by Cambridge University Press and Assessment (CUP&A). Sarawak premier Abang Johari Openg announced that the education ministry has granted approval for the state to collaborate with Cambridge University in rolling out the initiative from October 2025, Bernama reported. 'This DLP programme will be reviewed and validated by Cambridge University Press and Assessment to ensure its implementation aligns with international standards,' he said in a statement released by the Sarawak public communications unit today. The statement was issued after the signing of a service contract between CUP&A and Swinburne Innovation Malaysia (SWIM) in Cambridge, United Kingdom on Wednesday. The event was part of the premier's working visit to the UK, which began on Tuesday. Jane Mann, managing director of partnerships for education at CUP&A, signed on behalf of Cambridge, while SWIM was represented by its CEO, George Ngui. According to Abang Johari, the programme will involve the use of Bahasa Malaysia following the national curriculum, with English used as a secondary medium of assessment based on Cambridge's international syllabus. Swinburne University, a strategic partner in the initiative, will work with Cambridge on implementing the assessments in Sarawak. 'This initiative aims to produce students proficient in both languages, thereby equipping them to pursue higher education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields,' he said. The premier also said that the state is working with Cambridge University to develop a range of high-standard bilingual programmes and scholarship opportunities designed to allow Sarawakian students to pursue studies in emerging strategic economic sectors. He said both parties have also agreed to place qualified Sarawakian students from international school systems into prestigious global institutions, including the University of Cambridge, Oxford, and the London School of Economics in the UK, as well as Harvard University in the US. 'Sarawak is targeting a special quota of 10 placements for outstanding students in certain fields,' he added.
Free Malaysia Today
01-05-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Cambridge-standard DLP exams for Year 6 students in Sarawak from October
Sarawak premier Abang Johari Openg (centre), witnessed the signing of a service contract between Cambridge University Press and Assessment and Swinburne Innovation Malaysia in Cambridge, UK yesterday. (Sarawak Premier's Office pic) PETALING JAYA : The Sarawak government plans to implement a standardised assessment for Year Six students under the Dual Language Programme (DLP), based on international benchmarks set by Cambridge University Press and Assessment (CUP&A). Sarawak premier Abang Johari Openg announced that the education ministry has granted approval for the state to collaborate with Cambridge University in rolling out the initiative from October 2025, Bernama reported. 'This DLP programme will be reviewed and validated by Cambridge University Press and Assessment to ensure its implementation aligns with international standards,' he said in a statement released by the Sarawak public communications unit today. The statement was issued after the signing of a service contract between CUP&A and Swinburne Innovation Malaysia (SWIM) in Cambridge, United Kingdom on Wednesday. The event was part of the premier's working visit to the UK, which began on Tuesday. Jane Mann, managing director of partnerships for education at CUP&A, signed on behalf of Cambridge, while SWIM was represented by its CEO, George Ngui. According to Abang Johari, the programme will involve the use of Bahasa Malaysia following the national curriculum, with English used as a secondary medium of assessment based on Cambridge's international syllabus. Swinburne University, a strategic partner in the initiative, will work with Cambridge on implementing the assessments in Sarawak. 'This initiative aims to produce students proficient in both languages, thereby equipping them to pursue higher education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields,' he said. The premier also said that the state is working with Cambridge University to develop a range of high-standard bilingual programmes and scholarship opportunities designed to allow Sarawakian students to pursue studies in emerging strategic economic sectors. He said both parties have also agreed to place qualified Sarawakian students from international school systems into prestigious global institutions, including the University of Cambridge, Oxford, and the London School of Economics in the UK, as well as Harvard University in the US. 'Sarawak is targeting a special quota of 10 placements for outstanding students in certain fields,' he added.
Borneo Post
30-04-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Abang Johari continues UK visit in London after Edge AI device launch
Abang Johari (third right) talks to Malaysian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, Datuk Zakri Jaafar upon arrival in London. – Photo from Ukas KUCHING (April 30): Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is currently in London, United Kingdom, along with a Sarawak government delegation for a four-day official working visit. They were previously in Cardiff, where the Edge AI power converter device developed in Sarawak, named 'KETEK AI' was unveiled. His arrival in London at 5.30pm yesterday (local time) was welcomed by the Malaysian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, Datuk Zakri Jaafar. Accompanying the Sarawak Premier's delegation were State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, Sarawak Attorney General Dato Sri Saferi Ali, Sarawak Financial Secretary Dato Sri Dr Wan Lizozman Wan Omar and Deputy State Secretary (Economic Planning & Development) Dato Sri Dr Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel. According to Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), Abang Johari will visit Cambridge University Press and Assessment today. The assessment services provided include the administration of various types of tests, particularly qualifications for school and higher education levels, as well as standardisation tests related to the implementation of assessments in Sarawak schools. On May 1, the Premier will lead the delegation to the London School of Economics and Political Science, where a roundtable discussion on sustainability and memorandum of understanding (MoU) exchange between the university and Sarawak government will take place. That afternoon, he is scheduled to hold a meeting with officials from the International Hydropower Association and Global Renewable Alliances to strengthen cooperation in the field of hydropower, in line with Sarawak's role as a major hydropower provider in the Asean region. On May 2, Abang Johari will deliver the keynote address at Sarawak Connects In London: Sarawak's Pathway To Sustainable Growth & Global Market Expansion. This initiative serves as a direct engagement with targeted investors while providing the latest information on investment opportunities and the environment in Sarawak to investors in the United Kingdom and internationally. On the night of May 3, he will meet Sarawakian students in the UK at a 'Lan Berambeh' gathering. The objective of this programme is to provide Sarawakians in the United Kingdom with insights into government policies and approaches aimed at developing a competitive Sarawak, in line with the Sarawak Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. Furthermore, this programme serves as a platform for the Sarawakian students to engage with state leaders and voice their ideas and views to the Premier in a Townhall session. abang johari lead London official working visit
Arab News
27-04-2025
- General
- Arab News
Pakistani educator in Kingdom wins Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Award
The International Education group at Cambridge University Press and Assessment has announced accounting and business studies teacher Farrukh Saleem Ghouri from Pakistan International School Jeddah English Section as the regional winner of the 2025 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards in the Middle East and North Africa. Ghouri is the first teacher in Saudi Arabia to be recognized as a regional winner in the competition's seven-year history. Ghouri is one of nine regional winners of the global Cambridge competition that celebrates the achievements of teachers around the world. As a regional winner, he will win 500 pounds ($665) worth of books for his class, a trophy, take part in a regional awards ceremony and receive publicity for himself and his school during the coming year. He will also appear on a 'Thank you' page at the front of a range of new Cambridge textbooks, available to the public from November. Ghouri has more than 25 years' experience teaching Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International A Level accounting and business studies. Currently serving as head of department — commerce at PISJES in Jeddah, Ghouri prides himself in delivering more than just the syllabus. 'Teaching, to me, isn't just about explaining concepts or helping students pass exams. It's about unlocking their potential, challenging them to think bigger, and standing beside them as they discover what they're capable of,' he said. 'Whether it's late-night after school events or guiding students through moments of uncertainty, I believe true education happens when we show up — fully, genuinely, and consistently.' I've simply tried to be the kind of mentor I once needed, and if that's made a difference, then I consider myself incredibly fortunate.' By going to the public can now vote for Ghouri or another of the nine regional winners to become the overall, global winner. The deadline to vote is April 30 and the winner will be announced on May 21. Rod Smith, managing director of International Education, said: 'I congratulate Farrukh on his immense accomplishments, which I'm sure will inspire teachers and learners across Saudi Arabia.'
