Anwar calls for stronger action against school bullying
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KOTA BARU: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed the Ministry of Education (MOE) to take firm action against bullying in schools amid growing concerns over children's safety and well-being.
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He said cases involving children, including suicide, abuse and bullying, highlighted the need to strengthen character development and moral values from an early age.
Anwar said academic excellence alone was insufficient, stressing that education must also instil good manners, respect and a sense of responsibility among students.
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