COMMENT | Language is more than just a way to speak. It carries our identity, our memories, and our sense of belonging.

When Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek announced the introduction of Åsean languages such as Thai, Khmer and Vietnamese in schools, it signalled a confident step forward. It showed that we are preparing our children to live in a region where connection and understanding are more important than ever.

But as we begin to open new doors abroad, we must not...