Improve vernacular school syllabus, not abolish system - panellists

Critics of the vernacular school system have looked at Singapore and Indonesia's success in abolishing "segregation" based on languages, while others argued that Malaysia's neighbours had adopted "authoritarian tactics" to achieve assimilation.

Six panellists in the third episode of KiniTV's “Lapang Dada” talk show shared their views on what is often regarded as a polarising issue - whether vernacular schools foster division or enhance cultural understanding.

Social activist Ooi Kok Hin said