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Borneo Post
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Minister: Strong family, school collaboration key to holistic child development
Nancy (seated centre) joins education officers and award recipients for a group photo. KUCHING (July 14): Holistic development in children begins with stronger collaboration between families, schools, and communities, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. Nancy emphasised that the success of children's education hinges on a supportive ecosystem involving parents, educators, and society at large. 'I believe a strong family is the foundation of educational success, and therefore, I would like to propose closer collaboration between the Kuching District Education Office and my ministry to implement family and parenting support programmes in schools,' she said. She made these remarks during the 2024 Kuching District Education Office Excellent Service Awards (APC) ceremony, held at Dewan Hikmah in Petra Jaya here yesterday. She said such initiatives should be a joint effort between the Ministry of Education and her ministry, to ensure children are nurtured in an environment that promotes their all-round development. Nancy highlighted that shaping future generations requires shared responsibility among teachers, parents, and the community leaders. 'It is our collective duty to nurture our children, instilling cultural, religious, and national values. 'This responsibility should not rest solely on teachers. Strong connections between educators and the wider community are vital,' she stressed. 'Meaningful engagement allows us to listen to feedback from community leaders and parent-teacher associations, giving them space to share their observations — not only from their homes but also from their villages and surroundings,' she added. Nancy reaffirmed her ministry's commitment to supporting families through platforms such as the One-Stop Social Support Centre (PSSS), which she noted has become increasingly relevant and widely accepted. She also shared efforts in her Santubong parliamentary constituency, where her service centre collaborates with education authorities to improve infrastructure and deliver learning support across 26 schools. 'We are intensifying efforts to support students, especially from B40 families, by providing school supplies, small scholarships, motivational programmes, and enhancing digital literacy and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) initiatives. Nancy stressed that the objective is not only to ensure children receive a quality education, but also to prepare them to thrive in an increasingly challenging global environment. A total of 414 recipients were honoured during the APC event, including eight PPD Kuching staff, three principals, seven headmasters, 396 teachers, and other school support staff. Nancy concluded by urging educators to uphold a culture of excellence grounded in integrity and sincerity. 'This is the foundation of building a progressive society — one that is knowledgeable, ethical, and empathetic,' she said. Also present were Sarawak Education Department deputy director (Learning Sector) Siti Zulaiha Ibrahim, representing Sarawak State Education Director; Kuching District Education Officer Majelan Sulong; political secretary to Santubong MP, Mohammed Kamaluddin Mohd Effendie; and various school heads and district officers. child development early children education family lead nancy shukri
Borneo Post
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Strong family, school collaboration key to holistic child development, says minister
Nancy (seated centre) joins education officers and award recipients for a group photo. KUCHING (July 14): Holistic development in children begins with stronger collaboration between families, schools, and communities, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. Nancy emphasised that the success of children's education hinges on a supportive ecosystem involving parents, educators, and society at large. 'I believe a strong family is the foundation of educational success, and therefore, I would like to propose closer collaboration between the Kuching District Education Office and my ministry to implement family and parenting support programmes in schools,' she said. She made these remarks during the 2024 Kuching District Education Office Excellent Service Awards (APC) ceremony, held at Dewan Hikmah in Petra Jaya here yesterday. She said such initiatives should be a joint effort between the Ministry of Education and her ministry, to ensure children are nurtured in an environment that promotes their all-round development. Nancy highlighted that shaping future generations requires shared responsibility among teachers, parents, and the community leaders. 'It is our collective duty to nurture our children, instilling cultural, religious, and national values. 'This responsibility should not rest solely on teachers. Strong connections between educators and the wider community are vital,' she stressed. 'Meaningful engagement allows us to listen to feedback from community leaders and parent-teacher associations, giving them space to share their observations — not only from their homes but also from their villages and surroundings,' she added. Nancy reaffirmed her ministry's commitment to supporting families through platforms such as the One-Stop Social Support Centre (PSSS), which she noted has become increasingly relevant and widely accepted. She also shared efforts in her Santubong parliamentary constituency, where her service centre collaborates with education authorities to improve infrastructure and deliver learning support across 26 schools. 'We are intensifying efforts to support students, especially from B40 families, by providing school supplies, small scholarships, motivational programmes, and enhancing digital literacy and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) initiatives. Nancy stressed that the objective is not only to ensure children receive a quality education, but also to prepare them to thrive in an increasingly challenging global environment. A total of 414 recipients were honoured during the APC event, including eight PPD Kuching staff, three principals, seven headmasters, 396 teachers, and other school support staff. Nancy concluded by urging educators to uphold a culture of excellence grounded in integrity and sincerity. 'This is the foundation of building a progressive society — one that is knowledgeable, ethical, and empathetic,' she said. Also present were Sarawak Education Department deputy director (Learning Sector) Siti Zulaiha Ibrahim, representing Sarawak State Education Director; Kuching District Education Officer Majelan Sulong; political secretary to Santubong MP, Mohammed Kamaluddin Mohd Effendie; and various school heads and district officers. child development early children education family lead nancy shukri
The Sun
17-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
More time given for illegal migrants to go home
PUTRAJAYA: Undocumented migrants in Peninsular Malaysia and the Federal Territory of Labuan will now have additional time to return to their home countries legally under the extended Migrant Repatriation Programme 2.0 (PRM 2.0). Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the programme, now set to run from May 19 to April 30, 2026, was approved by key regulatory agencies, including the Attorney-General's Chambers. 'The extension aims to facilitate the voluntary return of undocumented migrants without subjecting them to legal action. PRM 2.0 is not open to individuals who registered but failed to leave under the previous programme. 'It is also not available to those blacklisted by the Immigration Department or individuals with arrest warrants or who are wanted by the authorities,' he said after presenting the Immigration Department's Excellent Service Awards yesterday. PRM 2.0 provides undocumented migrants the opportunity to return to their home countries voluntarily, and those who qualify will not face prosecution. They are required to pay a compound fee determined by the nature of their offence. Saifuddin Nasution said under PRM 2.0, individuals found entering or staying in Malaysia without a valid pass are subject to a compound of RM500, which also applies to those who overstay the permitted period. He said additionally, an RM300 compound is imposed for breaches of pass conditions and applicants must also pay RM20 for each issuance of a Special Pass. He added that foreign children under the age of 18 who had overstayed or were brought into Malaysia without a valid pass are exempt from paying the compound fee but are still required to pay the RM20 charge for the Special Pass. He said individuals with special legal status, such as foreign spouses of Malaysian citizens who have overstayed, are required to present themselves at the Immigration Department's Visa, Pass and Permit Division for pass adjustment. 'The Home Ministry urges all parties, including foreign representatives, employers and migrant communities to disseminate this information and encourage early participation to avoid congestion as the deadline approaches.' Saifuddin Nasution also announced that a total of 7,200 policemen would be deployed for the Asean Summit, which would be held on May 26 and 27 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. He said over 2,000 personnel at the Immigration Department are currently undergoing training to ensure a seamless process when delegates arrive. 'It's crucial that the movement of people and goods is seamless. We have mapped out all primary entry locations, such as Subang airport, where many will be arriving.' He added that the road closures for the Asean Summit would be announced on May 20. He said the Home Ministry plans to carry out its dry run on May 20, and the police are currently in the final preparation stage. Kuala Lumpur is set to host the 46th Asean Summit, alongside the second Asean-GCC Summit and the inaugural Asean-GCC-China Economic Summit, all taking place this month.
The Sun
16-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
ASEAN Summit: PDRM, Immigration in final security preparations
PUTRAJAYA: The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and the Immigration Department are in the final phase of security preparations ahead of the 46th ASEAN Summit, scheduled to take place in the federal capital later this month, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said a total of 7,227 PDRM personnel will be deployed to ensure the safety and smooth movement of delegates, while more than 2,000 immigration personnel are on standby to ensure full compliance with immigration procedures. 'We want a seamless process when delegates arrive, not just in terms of passport and travel document checking, but also baggage handling. 'There must be no hiccups at all. The movement of people and goods, whether involving officers, senior officials, ministers or heads of state, must be completely smooth,' he told a press conference after presenting the Immigration Department's Excellent Service Awards here today. The 46th ASEAN Summit will be held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on May 26 and 27. Also scheduled are the 2nd ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit and the ASEAN-GCC-China Economic Summit. Saifuddin Nasution said several key entry points have been identified for the arrival of state guests, including the Kuala Lumpur International Airport, the Bunga Raya Complex and the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang, which are expected to receive several special flights. He added that PDRM would oversee traffic control to ensure the smooth movement of official vehicles and foreign delegations, particularly with the presence of ASEAN leaders and GCC representatives and the anticipated arrival of Chinese Premier Li Qiang. 'A dry run will begin on May 20, PDRM will be deployed in advance,' he said, adding that road closures in conjunction with the summit would be announced later. He also said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had conducted a site visit to several key summit venues last week and was given a comprehensive briefing on the overall preparations, including security arrangements. The 46th ASEAN Summit is expected to bring together leaders of the 10 member states to discuss regional issues, enhance economic cooperation, and advance the principles of inclusivity and sustainability. Malaysia took over the ASEAN Chairmanship from Laos on Jan 1, 2025, with the theme of 'Inclusivity and Sustainability', reflecting the nation's aspiration to build a united and prosperous ASEAN. This marks Malaysia's fifth time chairing ASEAN, having previously held the role in 1977, 1997, 2005 and 2015.
Barnama
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Migrant Repatriation Programme 2.0 Extended Until April 2026
GENERAL PUTRAJAYA, May 16 (Bernama) -- The government has extended the Migrant Repatriation Programme 2.0 (PRM 2.0) from May 19 this year until April 30, 2026, for undocumented migrants in Peninsular Malaysia and the Federal Territory of Labuan. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the decision, approved by relevant regulatory bodies including the Attorney General's Chambers, aims to allow undocumented migrants to return to their home countries voluntarily without facing legal action. 'PRM 2.0 is not open to individuals who registered but failed to leave under the previous programme. 'It is also not available to those blacklisted by the Immigration Department, or individuals with arrest warrants or who are wanted by the authorities,' he told a press conference after presenting the Immigration Department's Excellent Service Awards here today. PRM 2.0 offers undocumented migrants a chance to leave the country voluntarily. Those who qualify will not be prosecuted but will be required to pay a compound based on the nature of their offence. Saifuddin said under PRM 2.0, a compound of RM500 is imposed on individuals who enter or remain in Malaysia without a valid pass, as well as those who overstay beyond the permitted period. In addition, a compound of RM300 is levied for violations of pass conditions. Applicants are also required to pay RM20 for each issuance of a Special Pass. 'Foreign children under 18 years old who have overstayed or were brought into Malaysia without a valid pass are exempted from the compound but must still pay the RM20 fee for the Special Pass,' he said. Individuals with special legal status, such as foreign spouses of Malaysian citizens who have overstayed, are required to present themselves at the Immigration Department's Visa, Pass, and Permit Division for pass adjustment.
