PTPTN to prioritise poorest students, incentives for top achievers to be considered gradually, says PM


KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government is prioritising education assistance for students from the poorest backgrounds, while incentives for high-performing students will be considered in stages.

Responding to concerns over the policy that exempts National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) loan repayment for first-class graduates at public higher education institutions, Anwar said education should ideally be as affordable as possible and support should be extended to those who need it most.

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