DBP Act amendment set to raise public awareness on use
According to the Malaysian Translators Association (PPM), the proposed amendment to allow DBP take legal action against those who do not respect the national language can also strengthen the Malay language as the national language and one of the world's major languages.
DBP Act amendment set to raise public awareness on use
According to the Malaysian Translators Association (PPM), the proposed amendment to allow DBP take legal action against those who do not respect the national language can also strengthen the Malay language as the national language and one of the world’s major languages.
Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka proposes three amendments to DBP Act
DBP board of governors chairman Datuk Seri Prof Dr Awang Sariyan said the first amendment involved the enforcement of the use of Malay language in sectors stipulated by the Federal Constitution, especially Article 152 (6) which provides for the use of Bahasa Melayu in the administration of the Federal Government, state government and public
Amendments to DBP Act on use of Malay language to be tabled
MELAKA, June 28 — Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) is amending the DBP Act 1959 to be tabled in Parliament as soon as possible to ensure that the use of the Malay language is enhanced and upheld as the national language which is the foundation of national identity, said DBP director-general Abang Sallehuddin Abang Shokeran.
Amendments to DBP Act on use of Malay language to be tabled
MELAKA (June 28): Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) is amending the DBP Act 1959 to be tabled in Parliament as soon as possible to ensure the use of the Malay language is enhanced and upheld as the national language, which is the foundation of national identity, said DBP director-general Abang Sallehuddin Abang Shokeran.
- What are the two punishments proposed in DBP Act 1959?
- The two punishments are among the items proposed in the amendments to the DBP Act 1959. Subscribe to our Telegram channel for the latest stories and updates. Anyone who disrespects the national language can be fined up to RM50,000 or sentenced to imprisonment through amendments to the Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) Act 1959.
- Will a new Malaysian Language Amendment strengthen the Malay language?
- According to the Malaysian Translators Association (PPM), the proposed amendment to allow DBP take legal action against those who do not respect the national language can also strengthen the Malay language as the national language and one of the world’s major languages.
- Are the two punishments a part of the DBP amendments?
- According to Malay Mail, DBP board of governors chairman Prof Datuk Seri Awang Sariyan said the two punishments were some of the items proposed in the amendments to the act. The proposed changes are now in the final stage of discussion before it’s presented to the prime minister next month.
- What does DBP stand for?
- Join us on our WhatsApp Channel, follow us on Instagram, and receive browser alerts for the latest news you need to know. KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 — Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP)’s proposal that the government amend the DBP Act will help raise public awareness in the use of the Malay language responsibly.
- Will the Malay language be used as a national language?
- “Through the government’s commitment to amend the DBP Act, we are confident that all parties will consent to the use of the Malay language as the national language in all aspects of life,” according to the PPM in a statement today.
- How to promote Malay language?
- “In accordance with its function as the national language and a language unifying the people, the Malay language should be promoted in all areas including administration, education, law, media and so on via effective and sustainable mastery of the language.
