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Free Malaysia Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Umno must act on principle even if unpopular, says Zahid
Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi called for party members to take BN's failure to form the government in the past two general elections as a lesson and turning point to rebuild the party's strength. (Bernama pic) RAUB : Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that in today's challenging political landscape, decisions made by the party are aimed at ensuring the country's stability and future, even if those decisions are unpopular. Explaining the matter when officiating the Raub Umno division delegates' meeting, he emphasised that in any struggle, not all decisions taken will be comfortable, but they must be principled. 'No matter how high our position is in the party or government, we must realise that every post is a trust that must be carried out with full responsibility,' he said. Zahid, who is also Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman and deputy prime minister, said what Umno needs most right now is unity of purpose and a strong fighting spirit, without faltering when tested. He also reminded party members to take Umno and BN's failure to form the government in the past two general elections as a lesson and turning point to rebuild the party's strength. 'We have been tested twice in the general elections… enough of the divisions, quarrels, shooting at each other, and hidden saboteurs within. 'Let us learn from past weaknesses and fix Umno and BN from within. Hopefully, we can be dominant once again,' he said. At a press conference later, Zahid said Umno would look into whether any of its members had participated in the rally held in Kuala Lumpur yesterday. 'Umno is now part of the unity government, and we must strengthen, not undermine, the government that is in place,' he said.
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Zahid: Umno must make tough calls for nation's stability, even if unpopular
RAUB, July 27 — UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that in today's challenging political landscape, decisions made by the party are aimed at ensuring the country's stability and future, even if those decisions are unpopular. Explaining the matter when officiating the Raub UMNO Division Delegates' Meeting, he emphasised that in any struggle, not all decisions taken will be comfortable — but they must be principled. 'No matter how high our position is in the party or government, we must realise that every post is a trust that must be carried out with full responsibility,' he said. Ahmad Zahid, who is also Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman and Deputy Prime Minister, said what UMNO needs most right now is unity of purpose and strong fighting spirit, without faltering when tested. He also reminded party members to take UMNO and BN's failure to form the government in the past two general elections (GE) as a lesson and turning point to rebuild the party's strength. 'We have been tested twice in the general elections… enough of the divisions, quarrels, shooting at each other, and hidden saboteurs within. Let us learn from past weaknesses and fix UMNO and Barisan Nasional from within… hopefully, we can be dominant once again,' he said. At press conference afterwards, Ahmad Zahid said UMNO would look into whether any of its members had participated in the rally held in Kuala Lumpur yesterday. 'UMNO is now part of the MADANI Government, and we must strengthen, not undermine, the government that is in place,' he said. — Bernama
Free Malaysia Today
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Single system for MRSM, SBP to ensure fairer placements, says Zahid
Deputy prime minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said priority will continue to be given to applicants from rural areas and the urban poor. (Bernama pic) KUALA LUMPUR : The new single admission system for Mara Junior Science Colleges (MRSM) and fully residential schools (SBP) will ensure fairer student placements, says deputy prime minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Zahid, who chaired a coordination meeting today among MRSM, SBP, and other specialised schools under the education ministry, said the decision marked a significant milestone in the history of Malaysia's boarding school system. The new system, to be implemented from next year, will involve a single application and one placement offer per student, which Zahid said was part of the government's efforts to create a more structured, focussed, and equitable education system. Zahid said that previously, some students received multiple offers and declined some of them, resulting in unfilled seats and missed opportunities for other deserving students. 'Through this unified system, placements will be more equitable and inclusive, especially for high-achieving students from rural areas and low-income families,' he said at a press conference. 'This will prevent overlapping offers and ensure that each available spot is filled by students who are truly eligible. 'I am confident that this is a step forward in restructuring the ecosystem of our boarding school system, making it more efficient and providing equal opportunities for all Malaysian children.' Zahid said the existing policy, where 60% of intakes consists of students from B40 families, would be maintained. He also said priority would continue to be given to applicants from rural areas and the urban poor, in line with the government's aim to strengthen social mobility through education. Student selection will still be based on the Pentaksiran Kemasukan Sekolah Khusus, using a streamlined online platform shared by Mara and the education ministry. Private school students not listed in the ministry's student database can still apply through the MyMRSM system.
