The Finance Ministry received directives to strengthen pondok educational facilities and modernize their academic programs. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced plans to preserve traditional religious teachings while integrating vocational training, technology, and artificial intelligence elements. The government will enhance existing infrastructure without altering fundamental Islamic curriculum components. Officials emphasized these reforms serve public interests rather than political objectives. Anwar plans to visit Sheikh Wazir Che Awang Al-Makki's institution to demonstrate government commitment.
Current initiatives already support 12,500 Quran memorizers through technical education programs within their respective schools. The Prime Minister praised religious affairs agencies for organizing national unity conferences that connected Islamic scholars with government leaders. These gatherings provide platforms for clerical guidance on policy development aligned with Islamic principles. Anwar stressed the necessity of maintaining ethical foundations and religious values during technological advancement. He warned that progress becomes meaningless without strong cultural and spiritual roots anchoring national development efforts.
Current initiatives already support 12,500 Quran memorizers through technical education programs within their respective schools. The Prime Minister praised religious affairs agencies for organizing national unity conferences that connected Islamic scholars with government leaders. These gatherings provide platforms for clerical guidance on policy development aligned with Islamic principles. Anwar stressed the necessity of maintaining ethical foundations and religious values during technological advancement. He warned that progress becomes meaningless without strong cultural and spiritual roots anchoring national development efforts.
