AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEducation Access Policy: Malaysia’s Cabinet approved new university admission pathways for students from Chinese Private Secondary Schools (SMPC) and UEC holders—but everyone must pass Bahasa Melayu and History at SPM level, with the change also extending to Arabic schools, tahfiz and other non-national streams. Global Spotlight on Families: The UN marked International Day of Families with a warning that widening inequalities are reshaping child wellbeing, pushing calls for stronger family-focused policies. World Cup Education-Plus-Entertainment: FIFA confirmed a Super Bowl-style final halftime show on July 19 at MetLife Stadium, headlined by Madonna, Shakira and BTS, tied to a Global Citizen education fund. Higher Ed & Mobility: University of Chicago expanded free-tuition eligibility to families earning under $250,000 (housing/fees covered under $125,000). Student Health & Rights: A grassroots push for birth control access is growing on campuses as reproductive care gaps widen.
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