Home Ministry, UPM to introduce Malay language test for citizenship applications


KUALA LUMPUR: The Home Ministry and Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) have introduced a new Malay language proficiency test module to assess the national language skills of individuals applying for Malaysian citizenship.

Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the initiative aligns with additional requirements introduced in the Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2024.

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