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New minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Masagos Zulkifli has big plans to boost mother tongue
Singapore recently saw a major Cabinet reshuffle, during which fourth-generation ministers stepped up to key positions. These younger leaders will also feature prominently in the new Parliament session that opens next Monday. In the first of a series of interviews with 4G ministers, The Straits Times speaks to the new Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Masagos Zulkifli. Minister has big plans to strengthen Malay network, while also forging links with other communities in Singapore
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Ng Jun Sen
Mr Masagos Zulkifli worries about something that is happening in many Malay homes in Singapore.
What is the language that children use when they speak to their parents and to one another? Is it Malay or is it English?
