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Small tuition centres, big controversy

THERE is a saying that we should always read the small print but most of us unfortunately don't, although there may be hidden complexities that could haunt us later on if we are not cautious.

The Star MalaysiaWong Chun Wai2026-09-22 06:34查看原文 ↗

THERE is a saying that we should always read the small print but most of us unfortunately don’t, although there may be hidden complexities that could haunt us later on if we are not cautious.

In this case, the controversy over the 30% bumiputra equity in tuition centres originates from the 2006 guidelines in the Private Educational Institutions Policy Statement Book published by the Education Ministry.

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Wong Chun Wai began his career as a journalist in Penang and served Star Media Group for nearly four decades in various capacities and roles. He was group editorial and corporate affairs adviser to the group, after having served as group managing director/chief executive officer. "On The Beat" debuted on Feb 23, 1997. Chun Wai has penned the column weekly without a break, except for occasional press holidays when the paper was not published. In May 2011, a compilation of selected articles of On The Beat was published as a book and launched in conjunction with his 50th birthday. Chun Wai also comments on current issues in The Star. He is now chairman of national news agency Bernama.

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