Dong Zong must not jump to conclusions based on one letter

I urge Dong Zong to not hurl accusations and jump into conclusions at the spur of the moment based on a mere letter by a Ministry of Education official subsequently obliterate all MCA’s past contributions towards the Chinese education in Malaysia.

The Deputy Minister of Education, Datuk Dr Ir Wee Ka Siong had already provided a clear explanation on this matter and had once again denied the existence of such a deal undertaken by MCA. Our Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, the then Minister of Education had also confirmed Dr Wee’s remarks, reiterating that an agreement which would constrict Chinese primary schools and Chinese Independent schools development was never made.

What leaves me pondering is that Dong Zong questioned the collected data and documents on teacher shortage issues but now throws its absolute trust in this ambiguous letter. Is Dong Zong biased and practising double standards?

Since this incident erupted, MCA has conducted a thorough investigation. Our findings conclude that BN leaders and MCA who were involved in the 1995 Education Bill did not strike such a deal.

MCA’s efforts for UEC holders yield results

MCA had diligently made consistent efforts to strive for Chinese education and will always be committed in preserving its continuity and growth. Our efforts are seen by the public as they have not come undone.

We succeeded in achieving new heights for UEC education as UEC holders are now eligible to apply for the PTPTN loan. As of 2010, 50 excellent UEC top-scorers are also annually awarded with unconditional grants to further their studies overseas while UEC students are also permitted entry into teacher training colleges. Dong Zong’s claim that we neglect our Chinese education is absolutely invalid.

I hope, Dong Zong will soon provide concrete proof rather than merely using a letter from a Ministry official as evidence. As one of the influential groups in Chinese education affairs, Dong Zong must be cautious and not tarnish the good reputation it has built for years.

Datuk Chua Tee Yong

MCA Young Professionals Bureau Chief

Member of Parliament for Labis

Deputy Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister