27/05/2025

TUESDAY | MAY 27, 2025

3 ‘UN-Habitat presidency can be significant for Malaysia’

Pilot Form Six education programme

to start at two public varsities

Ű BY ANDREW SAGAYAM newsdesk@thesundaily.com

o If elected, nation will lead global sustainable urban development agendas affecting billions of people worldwide, says minister

Retirees targeted by job scam syndicates KANGAR: Those seeking part-time jobs after retirement are being increasingly targeted by job scam syndicates, as their retirement savings attract the attention of unscrupulous individuals. Without revealing specific case statistics, Human Resources Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Azman Mohd Yusof said the ministry has identified job scam cases involving this group. “Sometimes, retirees who have savings and choose to work after retiring at 55 or 60 are exploited by irresponsible parties offering high paying jobs but demanding advance payments or other fees. “When they become overconfident or fail to verify the legitimacy of an offer, they end up being deceived,” he said yesterday after launching a seminar on how to avoid becoming victims of job scams. Azman said fraud syndicates use various channels including social media and fake websites advertising lucrative job offers to lure and convince victims. “Sometimes the information appears legitimate, but in reality, it is not. We fear that without increased awareness, vulnerable groups such as retirees will continue to fall prey. That is why the ministry is taking steps to raise awareness, including through a series of roadshows like today’s seminar.” The seminar, organised by the Peninsular Malaysia Labour Department, was attended by over 200 participants, including students, job seekers and members of the public seeking to learn how to identify job scam tactics. – Bernama governance, urban planning and design, urban economy, urban basic services, housing and slum upgrading, risk reduction and rehabilitation. working together towards more livable and lovable cities. It will also be a valuable opportunity to show our country’s capability in international policy-making.” Nga believes that this global platform would benefit Malaysians by attracting foreign investors, technology transfers and support for smart, sustainable development nationwide. He is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings in Nairobi with leaders from Kenya, Mexico, Azerbaijan, China and the United Arab Emirates. The UN-Habitat Assembly is the highest-level decision-making body on sustainable urbanisation and human settlements within the UN. Every four years it gathers to manage key issues and policy priorities for UN-Habitat’s work. The UN-Habitat works in over 70 countries on five continents focusing on main areas such as urban legislation, land and

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will have the opportunity to set the agenda for world urbanisation and sustainable city living come next year if it lands the presidency of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat). Housing and Local Government Ministry said in a statement that this marks a significant milestone for Malaysia. “If elected, Malaysia will lead this key UN body, which comprises 193 member states, for the 2026– 2029 term.” The ministry said the second session of the UN-Habitat Assembly would take place at the UN-Habitat headquarters in Nairobi on May 29 and 30, during which the presidential election would be held, with the results announced on May 30. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming ( pic ) said Malaysia wants to take a leading role in transforming the future of global cities. “UN-Habitat is the UN’s leading

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 160 students will be selected as pioneers of a Form Six education programme to start on June 10 at two public universities, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She said the pilot programme, to be implemented at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) reflects the ministry’s commitment to enhancing the quality and prestige of Form Six education. “So, InsyaAllah , on June 10, we will receive the first intake of 100 students at UKM and 60 students at USM. “They will need to apply and meet specific criteria. We are truly looking forward to this pilot initiative,” she said after officiating at the launch and handover of the Anti-Corruption Heroes Comic Collection published by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the Institute of Translation and Books Malaysia (ITBM) at the World Trade Centre yesterday. The Form Six Education Programme at public universities was announced by the Education Ministry on May 19. Fadhlina said the teaching staff for the pilot programme would be provided by the ministry, and the teachers are already prepared for it. She said the programme would be expanded to other public universities based on need and suitability. On the comic book collection, Fadhlina said it is one of the government’s grassroots efforts to expose primary school children to anti corruption awareness. “With these comics and interactive videos that we plan to feature on the Digital Educational Learning Initiative Malaysia platform, the ministry can further strengthen advocacy and public awareness, especially among our children, on the importance of combating corruption.” Earlier, Fadhlina witnessed the handing over of the Wira Anti Rasuah comic collection from MACC Deputy Chief Commissioner (Prevention) Datuk Azmi Kamaruzaman to the Education Ministry’s Director- General Datuk Azman Adnan The comic collection is an English to Malay translation of the original book titled Bribe Busters: A Trace Comic Book, and is in multi-format. Fadhlina said the publication of this book is proof of the joint commitment of ITBM and MACC in supporting government efforts to address the causes of corruption. – Bernama

ourselves. The world believes in Malaysia and so should we. We must also be humble to learn. My slogan has always been that the Malay child is our child, the Chinese child is our child, the Indian child is our child, and the same goes for Sabah and Sarawak.”

agency urban development, sustainability and housing. It’s not easy to get support from 193 countries, but we are working towards it. “Malaysia is now recognised for good governance, transparency and our commitment to urban transformation. for

Nga said if Malaysia is elected to this important position, it would more than raise the country’s voice on the international stage. “It will also provide a chance to lead and shape global sustainable urban development agendas affecting billions of people worldwide. “We will not only represent Malaysia but also strengthen communities throughout the globe,

“Our country is not only known for nasi lemak and durian,” Nga was quoted as saying in a recent interview. He said many Malaysian initiatives, for example green cities, circular economy policies and low carbon development, have been recognised and received praise worldwide. “It’s time we stop doubting

The student being scolded by a teacher, the video clip of which was widely circulated on social media. – FACEBOOK PIC

Teachers asked to maintain integrity, adhere to ethics KUALA LUMPUR: Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has school canteen. Fadhlina said her ministry is investigating the incident.

matter, and remind teachers about the importance of maintaining integrity and ethics, be it within or outside classrooms as well as on social media, Bernama reported. On Sunday, a 2.32-minute video clip was widely circulated on social media showing a student crying while being scolded by a teacher at a school canteen, and the incident is said to have occurred on April 14.

confident and believe that there is a safer forum, a space that offers more privacy to ensure that whatever the issue is or is being discussed can be properly resolved.” She was speaking after the launch of the Anti-Corruption Hero Comic Collection yesterday. Fadhlina said she has entrusted Education Director-General Datuk Azman Adnan to look into the

reminded teachers to always maintain integrity and adhere to ethics in keeping with the Malaysian Teacher Standard 2.0 while carrying out their duties and responsibilities. She issued the reminder after a video clip was widely circulated on social media depicting a student being scolded by a teacher at a

“We have reminded them many times, (and) there are even guidelines. They, as public servants, must adhere to existing ethics and (maintain) integrity. That’s why I say they need to be reminded about this matter from time to time. “Whatever the issue, I am