Perak Ruler SCHOOLS LIKE MCKK MUST ADAPT - Breaking, But Not Broken 09.08.2026

Aug 13, 2026

Coverage of Perak Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah’s remarks at the launch of the book “Breaking, But Not Broken” in Kuala Lumpur. The speech highlights why heritage residential institutions such as Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK) must adapt to new realities shaped by rapidly advancing AI and technology. It emphasizes strengthening both practical capabilities and ethical educational foundations, while acknowledging challenges and the need to produce well-rounded graduates. It also reports the MCKK Foundation’s funding, investments, and support for scholarships, leadership programs, and campus preservation.

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TARIKH: 9 OGOS 2026 (AHAD)

Breaking, But Not Broken book launch

Call for heritage schools to adapt

MCKK Foundation donations and investments

TARIKH:9OGOS 2026(AHAD) BERITA HARIAN UTUSAN M'SIAN.STRAITS TIME NEW APPROACH TO MODERN ERAPERAK RULER:SCHOOLSLIKE MCKK MUST ADAPTHeritage institutionsfined such schools.both these qualities.”Sultan Nazrin,who is the RoyalOn the book,Sultan Nazrinmust build on theirPatron of the MCKKBoard of Gov-commended the authors—Ghaz-ernors,said MCKK and similarethical,educationalally Ismail,Ahmad Ibrahim and schools must adapt and trans-Hisham Badrul Hashim —forfoundations,saysform in response to new realities,their courage in addressing theparticularly a future shaped bysensitive subject.Sultan Nazrinincreasingly capable AI and rapidHe said the authors'analysis ofNS798202%PG·1|technological change.the challenges MCKK faces is un- Sultan Nazrin said this whenflinching,even harsh,at times.KUALA LUMPURlaunching the book Breaking,Sultan Nazrinsaid their assess-But Not Broken,which offers ament extends to the select fewHERITAGEschools suchcandid assessment of the chal-older residential schools,equallyas the Malay Collegelenges currently faced by thecelebrated,and equally,it seems,Kuala Kangsar(MCKK)boarding school here yesterday.in decline.can re-emerge andHe said the goal was not only to"These institutions,designatedtake on a revitalised role in thedevelophuman capitalthat couldas ‘power’schools,have seenmodern era by adapting to theadapt to evolving economic dy-their powers sadly dimmed,andprofoundly different context innamics,but also to cultivate well-theirlong-standing ability topro-which they now operate,said Sul-rounded human beings.duce graduates of the very high-tan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Muiz-"Both elements,the practicalest calibre is no longer as assuredzuddin Shah.and the more intangible,are al-as itonce was.He said a new approach wasways important.But in this cur-"Command of language,criti-demanded,one that suited cur-rent period of dramatic and un-cal thinking,even a commitmentrent times while building on thepredictable transformation,it be-to serve—all are deemed lackingstrong ethical and educationalcomes even more vital that ourin today's graduates.And this,offoundations that had long de-education system can delivercourse,is in marked contrast to | SEKTOR DOKUMENTASI PENDIDIKAN
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Faks:03-88846284 | | --- | | | # TARIKH:9 OGOS 2026(AHAD) BERITA HARIAN□UTUSAN M'SIAN.STRAITS TIMETHE STAR [ SINAR HARIAN [ Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah (centre)launchingthe book Breaking,But Not Broken'in Kuala Lumpuryesterday.Withhim is Malay College Kuala Kangsar Board of Governors chairmanTan Sri Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali(right).BERNAMA PIC ② the past." Meanwhile,MCKK Board ofGovernors chairman Tan Sri DrAhmad Tajuddin Ali said theMCKK Foundation has receivedmore than RM36 million in do-nations and contributions sinceits establishment in 2008. He said more than RM19 mil-lion of the funds had been in-vested in new infrastructure,adding that another RM3.5 mil-lion had been spent on refurbish-ment and restoration works. "Beyond physical infrastruc-ture,the foundation has alsobuilt a strong and sustainable en-dowment.Today,the foundationmanages endowment funds ex-ceeding RM16 million,contribut- ed by generous benefactors in-cluding Petronas and His MajestySultan Hassanal Bolkiah ofBrunei Darussalam. "To date,more than RM7 mil-lion in investment income hasbeen channelled back to the col-lege,"he said during his speech. Tajuddin said the investmentincome had supported scholar-ships and financial assistance fordeserving students,leadershipdevelopment programmes,par-ticipation in international con-ferences and competitions,teacher professional develop-ment,campus maintenance andthe preservation of the college'sheritage buildings and grounds.Bernama

FAQs

What does Sultan Nazrin say about heritage schools like MCKK?

They must adapt to new realities and rebuild their role in the modern era. He links this need to changing economic dynamics and technological transformation.

Why is a new education approach considered necessary?

He argues that modern challenges require both practical improvements and stronger ethical and educational foundations. The goal is to produce well-rounded graduates for a rapidly evolving future.

How has the MCKK Foundation supported the college since its establishment?

It has received donations and contributions exceeding RM36 million, with funds invested in new infrastructure and spent on refurbishment and restoration. Investment income has been channeled to scholarships, development programs, and preservation of heritage buildings.

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