Tun M: Civil Servants Will Have To Take English Competency Tests
He added that it is important for civil servants to master the English language.
In a press conference today, 6 June, Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad announced that civil servants will soon have to take English competency tests
According to New Straits Times, Tun Dr. Mahathir explained that is it important for civil servants, especially senior officials, to master the English language
Netizens have lauded the introduction of English competency tests as a "much needed" initiative, adding that it's a stepping stone towards helping Malaysians hold their own in the international stage
The move is also in line with Education Minister Dr. Maszlee Malik's intention to focus on the English language in his plans to revamp the country's education system: