Master languages besides mother tongue, Malaysians urged


Ng (left) virtually presenting a certificate of appreciation to Mah during the online talent show organised by the training centre.

Mastering another language besides our mother tongue is beneficial, especially in a multiracial country like Malaysia, says Deputy Education Minister Datuk Mah Hang Soon.

“Learning each other’s languages not only promotes harmony among Malaysians, it also encourages us to understand each other better.

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