Afghan Education Ministry visit proves our syllabus recognised: Abim

The visit of a delegation from the Afghan Education Ministry to Putrajaya highlights the recognition of the Malaysian education system abroad as a model worthy of emulation, said the Muslim Youth Movement of Malaysia (Abim).

Abim president Ahmad Fahmi Mohd Samsudin said the Education Ministry’s openness in welcoming the Afghan delegation also reflects Malaysia’s commitment to advocating for education for all, including women.

“The willingness of the Islamic world, particularly countries like Afghanistan, to focus on education should be given attention, especially when they consider Malaysia as a reference model in various aspects, including co-curricular activities, primary and secondary education, as well as teacher training.

“Abim believes that the country has a significant opportunity to play a strategic role as a progressive Islamic nation that upholds the principles of justice, freedom, and the right to education for all,” he said in a statement yesterday.

Fahmi (above) emphasised that Malaysia’s efforts to uphold the principles of justice and the right to education for all should not be doubted, as they support universally agreed values, particularly women's empowerment through education.

“…this visit proves the credibility of the Education Ministry, led by Fadhlina Sidek and her deputy Wong Kah Woh. This opportunity should also be seized to showcase the strength of the culture of peaceful coexistence practised in this country,” he said.

During a press conference at the Parliament Media Centre yesterday, DAP national chairperson Lim Guan Eng called for an explanation from Fadhlina regarding the visit.

He said that the visit has raised questions given that Malaysia does not have diplomatic relations with Afghanistan, adding that there is no need for Malaysia to engage with a country that practises discrimination against women.

- Bernama

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