Educators Key To Building Well-rounded, Competitive Generation - Ministers

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Cabinet ministers today extended Teachers’ Day greetings to educators nationwide, describing them as the backbone in nurturing a knowledgeable, well-rounded and competitive generation ready to face the challenges of a changing world.

In Facebook posts in conjunction with Teachers’ Day 2026, themed ‘Guru Bitara, Nadi Negara’, Minister of Women, Family and Community Development Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the role of teachers is no longer confined to the classroom, but has evolved in tandem with the digital landscape and artificial intelligence (AI).

“From chalk on blackboards to today’s digital and AI-driven landscape, teachers have continually adapted to ensure our children keep up with the pace of change.