KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, decreed that the national language, Bahasa Malaysia, must continue to be given priority. Sultan Ibrahim said that any education system in Malaysia seeking recognition must include Bahasa Melayu and Malaysian History. “If there are quarters that cannot accept Bahasa Melayu, it is best for them not to live in Malaysia,” His Majesty said. Sultan Ibrahim said the national education system must be strengthened as the foundation for nation-building, national identity and the country’s future. On Dec 12, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said any calls for recognition of the Unified Examination Certificate and other languages must take into account the fact that Bahasa Malaysia is the country’s national language.

Source: The Star January 20, 2026 02:14 UTC