PUTRAJAYA: The Cabinet will seek further clarification from the Education Ministry on the estimated cost of constructing a classroom, which has reportedly risen to between RM280,000 and RM520,000. ALSO READ: Classroom construction costs in Malaysia more than double in a decadeFahmi, who is also Communications Minister, said the Cabinet would follow up with the Education Ministry to obtain further explanation on the increased cost estimates. ALSO READ: No time to waste in integrating AI in classroomsFahmi added that the Higher Education Ministry is expected to hold follow-up meetings next week, including with the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), to examine pathways into public higher education institutions. "After both the Education Ministry and Higher Education Ministry complete these discussions, they are expected to issue a joint follow-up statement," he said. He also said that preparatory measures are already under way, including the process to recruit 20,000 teachers.

Source: The Star January 31, 2026 01:45 UTC