KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wished Happy Teachers’ Day to all educators who persevere in building the nation.
Through a Facebook post, he said in the context of shaping Malaysia's future, the commitment, role, and support of teachers are the most important.
"Giving birth to a successful nation is everyone's dream, not only on the part of the policy makers.
"Therefore, a million thanks to the teachers, and this country needs your total effort, especially in creating a Madani and skilled next generation," Anwar said.
At the same time, the Prime Minister said the country's education system should be improved so Malaysia can ensure equal access to knowledge with a high moral level.
For this year's Teachers’ Day celebrations, the Education Ministry takes on the theme of 'Guru Jauhari Digital, Aspirasi Negara Madani' with the national level celebration held at the Sultan Ahmad Shah International Convention Centre, Kuantan (SASICC), Pahang, today.
— Bernama