LAHAD DATU: Large allocation given to the Ministry of Education showed that the government is concerned about providing the best education to the people to generate the national development.
Deputy Education Minister I, Datuk Mary Yap Kain Ching said the large allocation provided by the government was very appropriate and timely as two ministries had been merged into one.
“The large amount of allocation is also needed as we are making efforts in implementing the National Education Blueprint (PPPM).
“We in the Education Ministry are very happy and grateful to receive the allocation as education is an important factor in developing the country, as announced by our Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak,” she said.
Mary was also happy that the government continues with its carinf concept in 2014 Budget by providing students with the special allowance and book voucher allocation.
She said the allocation was also an indication that the government is working hard in improving the national education system.
In the 2014 budget that tabled on Friday, the government had announced a RM54.6 billion to the Education Ministry to show that government is committed in increasing the academic and skills achievement.