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Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has stressed that character education should equip young people to voice opinions confidently, think critically, and respect differing viewpoints—essential skills for building a mature, democratic nation.
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First-time voters in Negeri Sembilan's 16th state election experienced a mix of nervousness and excitement while casting ballots. Young Malaysians described the experience as a meaningful milestone in their democratic journey.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has appealed to young Malaysians to resist divisive narratives and engage constructively with government, assuring them their voices are being heard and valued.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that Malaysia cannot achieve developed-nation status while citizens remain ensnared in divisive politics and hateful ideologies. He urged the younger generation to reject racial and factional thinking and unite as agents of change.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has identified three flagship programmes—Sekolah Parlimen, the National Service Training Programme, and Youth Parliament—as critical vehicles for building stronger democratic institutions and fostering generational unity.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia's younger generation to deeply appreciate the country's hard-won independence and the sacrifices made by past freedom fighters, speaking at the 2026 National Month campaign launch.
Malaysia's Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation is launching the fifth edition of Malaysia Techlympics 2026, expecting to engage 1.8 million students and young people in science and technology competitions across the country from July to September.
United Nations Under-Secretary-General Melissa Fleming has urged young people to champion information integrity through responsible social media use, while calling on governments to regulate digital platforms and hold tech companies accountable for creating safe spaces.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has proposed that university Student Representative Councils undergo special courses in leadership and politics, with the government offering to fund the initiative to develop a more politically aware generation.