{
  "id": 17378020,
  "title": "Anwar says technology must go hand in hand with good values",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/anwar-says-technology-must-go-hand-in-hand-with-good-values",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T09:50:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/10/1567696/anwar-says-technology-must-go-hand-hand-good-values"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KOTA BARU: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasized the importance of blending technological advancement with strong moral values and good character in children. Speaking at the Skim Usahawan Bangkit Negeri Kelantan launch, Anwar stressed that national development should be rooted in religious values, good manners, and ethical principles. The prime minister, who is currently in Kelantan for a one-day visit, stressed that this issue is close to his heart and should not be seen through a political lens, but rather as a matter of widespread awareness and commitment.\n\nAnwar reiterated that his role as a government member does not exempt him from fulfilling his responsibilities. He expressed his commitment to continue educating and reminding parents of their crucial role in nurturing their children's character. According to Anwar, parents must provide their children with a solid foundation in life through religious education and proper upbringing, alongside fostering entrepreneurial spirit and economic growth.\n\nThe prime minister highlighted that while significant focus has been placed on entrepreneurship and economic development, equal attention must be given to instilling good values and moral principles in the younger generation. He asserted that parents play a vital role in this process, particularly through religious education and good upbringing.\n\n\"I will continue explaining this every day. Today, I am in Kelantan, and tomorrow I will be in another state. I will never grow tired of reminding parents about the basic things they must teach their children,\" Anwar stated. Also present at the event were Kelantan Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud.",
  "summary": "KOTA BARU: Parents must instil good values and moral character in their children as the country advances in technology and artificial intelligence.",
  "key_points": [
    "Anwar Ibrahim stresses blending technology with moral values",
    "Parents must nurture children's character and religious education",
    "Anwar emphasizes equal focus on entrepreneurship and values"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Prioritizing moral character alongside economic growth signals a shift toward balancing national technological progress with a foundational commitment to religious and ethical upbringing for the next generation.",
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}