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SPM and the Future of Data

Source: Utusan Last week SPM results came out, 373,974 aspirants who have been waiting patiently over the last few months would now know their fate. Some 10,109 have received all A’s, the golden standard of academic success and the ticket to those looking to study the “more advanced” subjects in university. Proudly, I’m able to report that my daughter was in this group. So, I would be remiss not to thank all her teachers, tutors, her family members who helped in various ways, and her friends who studied with her over the last few years. And to recognise her hard work in this achievement. It truly takes a team effort to ensure that one person can meet this kind of educational objective. SPM results season is also an opportunity for institutions of higher learning to catch as many students as possible, and rightfully so for Malaysia to become [...]

SPM and the Future of Data2023-06-13T15:23:06+08:00

OPINION: Deeper context required for future SEA Games performance

Nordin Abdullah speaking at the Stratcom Disaster Communication Forum held in Ankara, Turkiye from 25-26 April 2023. | NHA File Photo The classic knee-jerk reaction is to say, fire the coach, change the leadership of associations, and reduce the funding till they start performing better. This kind of negative reinforcement may work for kindergarten children, but we are dealing with high-performance adults – individuals much further along in their psychological and professional development journey. There is a need for a strategic shift in attitude and allocation if Malaysia is going to match its perceived vision of itself and the required image to be projected on the regional and global stage. How the nation competes, how an association competes and ultimately how an athlete competes is a function of the system that they are produced from. Do we have an understanding of the competitive landscape in which our national [...]

OPINION: Deeper context required for future SEA Games performance2023-05-25T15:17:23+08:00

Is the agricultural future of Cameron Highlands at risk?

Cameron-Highlands Since its earliest tea plantations in 1929, Cameron Highlands has grown to become a key player in the agricultural landscape of Malaysia, producing 40 per cent of all vegetables grown. Despite Malaysia shifting its economic focus away from agriculture, the industry remains imperative for food security and the livelihoods of hundreds of thousands all throughout the country. In recent years, the area has blossomed into a lively agrotourism hub, prompting local and international tourists alike to flock to the area for strawberry-picking activities and tea plantation visits. With the rise of the highlands’ popularity, the Pahang district nestled in the mountains has also seen a rise in development. Many have attributed the recent issues Cameron Highlands has been facing, namely landslides and soil erosion, to this. The need for accommodation and infrastructure cannot be denied, however, we must consider the potential it has to cut down on [...]

Is the agricultural future of Cameron Highlands at risk?2023-05-05T12:24:49+08:00

Is Malaysia’s agricultural sector tourism-ready?

Lavender-Garden-Cameron-Highlands_ Although at first glance the travel industry and the agricultural sector appear to have nothing in common, they actually share more than meets the eye. The economic benefits of tourism to the agricultural sector can be multiplied several times over. “Tourism brings the end consumers closer to the source, which means money for the local community. Tourists, if given the right experience, then become brand ambassadors, especially when they can brag to friends and family that got a product from the source,” said Nordin Abdullah, founding chairman of the Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) in an exclusive interview with News Hub Asia. Income for farmers can be boosted thanks to agritourism since it offers an alternative revenue stream. In addition, it can facilitate a greater awareness of agricultural contributions and the origins of the food we eat. The tourist sector may inspire farmers to diversify their agricultural [...]

Is Malaysia’s agricultural sector tourism-ready?2023-05-05T12:18:13+08:00

One year on, end to Russia-Ukraine conflict remains elusive

TOPSHOT - The Ukrainian flag flutters between buildings destroyed in bombardment, in the Ukrainian town of Borodianka, in the Kyiv region on April 17, 2022. - Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022. (Photo by Sergei SUPINSKY / AFP) (Photo by SERGEI SUPINSKY/AFP via Getty Images) The Russia-Ukraine war enters into its first year on Friday with no indication that it will end anytime soon, and with key players on the political chessboard continuing to flex their muscles, deploying sophisticated weaponry and sending more troops to the battlefield.Since Russia launched ‘a special military operation’ on Ukraine on Feb 24, the wider world was also severely impacted one way or another. The global economic and geopolitical order were fundamentally altered, with disruptions to supply chains including food and grains, apart from an acute energy crisis in Europe after Russia cut off its gas supply in response to the economic [...]

One year on, end to Russia-Ukraine conflict remains elusive2023-02-28T09:30:44+08:00
 
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