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The Sun
26-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Foundation donates RM1m to underprivileged Perak schoolchildren
IPOH: The largest-ever single financial aid to schoolchildren in Perak was presented by Berjaya Cares Foundation (BCF) with a donation of RM1 million yesterday. BCF contributed the aid to 2,000 underprivileged schoolchildren from 15 secondary schools in the state, as part of its commitment in supporting education and community well-being. This initiative is part of Berjaya Corporation Berhad's (BCorp) ongoing corporate social responsibility efforts. The donation was presented by BCF chairman Tan Sri Vincent Tan to Perak State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Sandrea Ng Shy Ching. The handing over of the aid in the form of a mock cheque was witnessed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming during the Santuni Kasih event held at SMJK Poi Lam. The selected recipients were underprivileged schoolchildren in Ipoh, Chemor, Tambun, Ulu Kinta and Tanjung Rambutan. Each student received RM500 in cash assistance to help ease the cost of essential school items such as uniforms, shoes, school bags and stationery. 'Education knows no boundaries. We believe that quality, accessible and inclusive education is a powerful force for positive change, one that can transform children's lives and help shape a prosperous future for Malaysia,' said Tan, who is BCorp founder and adviser. He added that BCorp, through BCF, is committed to uplifting underprivileged communities by investing in education and nurturing talent. 'Through Berjaya Cares Foundation, we aim to ease the financial burden of families, especially those in the lower-income bracket, while helping to reduce dropout rates and improve access to education.' Also present were Tan's wife Puan Sri Esther Tan, Perak State Assembly Deputy Speaker Jenny Choy Tsi Jen and Berjaya Group Berhad executive director Shashitharan Nair. BCF is the charitable arm of BCorp, whose mission is focused on empowering individuals and communities through various initiatives. Among its focus areas are education for underprivileged children and youth, outreach programmes for marginalised communities, health and well-being, community welfare and development, local arts and culture, humanitarian aid, animal welfare as well as environmental protection.
Daily Express
25-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Anwar wants digital technology and AI to be mastered at school level
Published on: Friday, April 25, 2025 Published on: Fri, Apr 25, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: For illustrative purposes only. IPOH: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) are future technologies that must be mastered from the school level. He said the country is advancing and attracting significant investments, particularly in semiconductors, data centres and AI, therefore, students who wish to succeed must master new knowledge. 'We must master digital technology and AI. These are the technologies of the future. To succeed, you must master them. That is why our universities now have AI faculties, every university has an AI unit and department, and it cuts across all disciplines. 'I also hope schools move quickly. We cannot plan for five years before starting. It must begin that same year. If we cannot start with 100 schools, start with 50. We must have the courage to bring change,' he said in his speech at the Santuni Kasih programme with students from the Tambun parliamentary constituency here today. In addition, Anwar said that English proficiency is important from a trade perspective, and with China's growing economic influence, Mandarin is increasingly seen as essential. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister said that although Malaysia has made good progress, it still faces workforce challenges, especially a shortage of engineers to meet demand from the various companies investing in the country. 'We now have prominent AI, digital and semiconductor companies, but if we continue with the current projections, we will be short of 30,000 engineers,' he said. Anwar also stressed that he does not want narrow-minded ideologies that judge individuals based on skin colour or religion to spread in schools. He said such views, which he described as foolish, would divide the people and damage the country. 'I don't care if it is a Malay school, a religious school, a Tamil school or a Chinese school – this kind of thinking must not exist because it will divide and destroy our country,' he said. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Malay Mail
25-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Anwar urges schools to prioritise digital technology and AI mastery
IPOH, April 25 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) are future technologies that must be mastered from the school level. He said the country is advancing and attracting significant investments, particularly in semiconductors, data centres and AI, therefore, students who wish to succeed must master new knowledge. 'We must master digital technology and AI. These are the technologies of the future. To succeed, you must master them. That is why our universities now have AI faculties, every university has an AI unit and department, and it cuts across all disciplines. 'I also hope schools move quickly. We cannot plan for five years before starting. It must begin that same year. If we cannot start with 100 schools, start with 50. We must have the courage to bring change,' he said in his speech at the Santuni Kasih programme with students from the Tambun parliamentary constituency here today. In addition, Anwar said that English proficiency is important from a trade perspective, and with China's growing economic influence, Mandarin is increasingly seen as essential. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister said that although Malaysia has made good progress, it still faces workforce challenges, especially a shortage of engineers to meet demand from the various companies investing in the country. 'We now have prominent AI, digital and semiconductor companies, but if we continue with the current projections, we will be short of 30,000 engineers,' he said. Anwar also stressed that he does not want narrow-minded ideologies that judge individuals based on skin colour or religion to spread in schools. He said such views, which he described as foolish, would divide the people and damage the country. 'I don't care if it is a Malay school, a religious school, a Tamil school or a Chinese school – this kind of thinking must not exist because it will divide and destroy our country,' he said. — Bernama
The Sun
25-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Anwar wants digital technology and AI to be mastered at school level
IPOH: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) are future technologies that must be mastered from the school level. He said the country is advancing and attracting significant investments, particularly in semiconductors, data centres and AI, therefore, students who wish to succeed must master new knowledge. 'We must master digital technology and AI. These are the technologies of the future. To succeed, you must master them. That is why our universities now have AI faculties, every university has an AI unit and department, and it cuts across all disciplines. 'I also hope schools move quickly. We cannot plan for five years before starting. It must begin that same year. If we cannot start with 100 schools, start with 50. We must have the courage to bring change,' he said in his speech at the Santuni Kasih programme with students from the Tambun parliamentary constituency here today. In addition, Anwar said that English proficiency is important from a trade perspective, and with China's growing economic influence, Mandarin is increasingly seen as essential. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister said that although Malaysia has made good progress, it still faces workforce challenges, especially a shortage of engineers to meet demand from the various companies investing in the country. 'We now have prominent AI, digital and semiconductor companies, but if we continue with the current projections, we will be short of 30,000 engineers,' he said. Anwar also stressed that he does not want narrow-minded ideologies that judge individuals based on skin colour or religion to spread in schools. He said such views, which he described as foolish, would divide the people and damage the country. 'I don't care if it is a Malay school, a religious school, a Tamil school or a Chinese school – this kind of thinking must not exist because it will divide and destroy our country,' he said.
The Sun
25-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
PM Anwar pushes for AI, digital tech mastery at school level
IPOH: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) are future technologies that must be mastered from the school level. He said the country is advancing and attracting significant investments, particularly in semiconductors, data centres and AI, therefore, students who wish to succeed must master new knowledge. 'We must master digital technology and AI. These are the technologies of the future. To succeed, you must master them. That is why our universities now have AI faculties, every university has an AI unit and department, and it cuts across all disciplines. 'I also hope schools move quickly. We cannot plan for five years before starting. It must begin that same year. If we cannot start with 100 schools, start with 50. We must have the courage to bring change,' he said in his speech at the Santuni Kasih programme with students from the Tambun parliamentary constituency here today. In addition, Anwar said that English proficiency is important from a trade perspective, and with China's growing economic influence, Mandarin is increasingly seen as essential. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister said that although Malaysia has made good progress, it still faces workforce challenges, especially a shortage of engineers to meet demand from the various companies investing in the country. 'We now have prominent AI, digital and semiconductor companies, but if we continue with the current projections, we will be short of 30,000 engineers,' he said. Anwar also stressed that he does not want narrow-minded ideologies that judge individuals based on skin colour or religion to spread in schools. He said such views, which he described as foolish, would divide the people and damage the country. 'I don't care if it is a Malay school, a religious school, a Tamil school or a Chinese school – this kind of thinking must not exist because it will divide and destroy our country,' he said.
