UNIMAS Global, in collaboration with the Faculty of Education, Language & Communication (FELC), is honoured to host a delegation of 15 teachers from the Malay Language Centre of Singapore under the Program Penyerapan Bagi Guru Peneraju dan Kanan Bahasa Melayu Singapura 2025.
The delegation, led by Mr. Muslim Hanafiah, was warmly welcomed at UNIMAS Global by Mr. Thian Foong Fatt, Director of UNIMAS Global, together with Mr. Mohd Ilham Abdullah, Head of the Mobility Unit, and UNIMAS Global staff.
As part of the cultural exchange, participants took part in hands-on sessions in Sarawak bead-making and a traditional cooking workshop featuring Penyaram, a Sarawak heritage delicacy.
Over the five-day programme, the teachers will also attend academic lectures on education, visit SK St. Teresa and SMK Padungan, and explore Sarawak’s rich cultural diversity through a visit to the Sarawak Cultural Village.
Professor Dr. Fitri Suraya Mohamad Hapni Jobli, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and International), conveyed her warm regards, emphasising:
“This programme reflects UNIMAS’ broader vision to advance internationalisation in higher education. By connecting educators across borders, we are not only strengthening the teaching and learning of the Malay language but also cultivating global perspectives, mutual respect, and stronger educational networks that will benefit future generations.”
Mr. Thian Foong Fatt, Director of UNIMAS Global, added:
“We are delighted to welcome our colleagues from the Malay Language Centre of Singapore. This programme not only strengthens academic collaboration but also fosters cultural appreciation and mutual understanding between Malaysia and Singapore.”
Mr. Muslim Hanafiah, who led the Singapore delegation, expressed his gratitude:
“We are grateful to UNIMAS Global and FELC for this warm reception. The cultural exposure and educational sharing will greatly enrich our teachers’ professional and personal perspectives.”
UNIMAS Global extends its appreciation to the Sarawak State Education Department, SMK Padungan, and SK St. Teresa for their cooperation and contributions to the success of this programme.
This initiative reaffirms UNIMAS’ commitment to promoting international collaboration in education, language, and culture, while strengthening the longstanding ties between Malaysia and Singapore.
