Kuala lumpur: Locality-based placement, particularly for candidates from Sabah, Sarawak, and the Orang Asli community, is one of the key considerations in the deployment of new teachers, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She stated that the approach is intended to allow these teachers to serve closer to their hometowns, while also strengthening education development in rural areas.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Fadhlina emphasized that final placement decisions are ultimately determined by actual vacancies and current subject option requirements, in line with educational priorities. She noted that while candidates may indicate their preferred locations and willingness to serve, placements are made based on option needs and available vacancies. This approach aligns with the core educational priorities and aspirations.

The Education Minister added that the Ministry of Education remains committed to ensuring students nationwide receive quality education through the strategic placement of sufficient new teachers in schools. Fadhlina was responding to a question from Kalam Salan (PN-Sabak Bernam) during Ministers' Question Time in the Dewan Rakyat, regarding the key considerations in placing new teachers who have graduated from the Institute of Teacher Education (IPGM).

Furthermore, she highlighted that special admission pathways are provided at the IPGM level for students from Sabah, Sarawak, and the Orang Asli communities. This measure is designed to ensure that teacher placement in these localities aligns with the specific needs of schools in those areas.