Value of UEC beyond recognition


KL Chong Hwa Chinese school examination

THE Unified Examinations Certificate (UEC) has become a hot topic of discussion after Sarawak’s Chief Minister remarked that the Federal Government was “stupid” for not recognising this qualification that has won global acceptance.

On Nov 4, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Adenan Satem hit out at Putrajaya’s policy of not recognising the UEC, saying this had led to a brain drain of educated Chinese and an exodus of talent to countries that recognise the qualification.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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