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US President Donald Trump delivers remarks during an event at Mount Airy Casino Resort on Dec 9, 2025 in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania. - (Photo by ALEX WONG / Getty Images via AFP)

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attends the 5th Asean – Australia Summit at the 47th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur on Oct 28, 2025. - (Photo by Chalinee Thirasupa / AFP)

Malaysia’s relationship with the United States has long been grounded in engagement without subordination, cooperation without the erosion of principle.

The Ruler urged the government to emulate the move by Denmark, which has introduced educational initiatives that emphasise social and emotional learning as a core component of the national curriculum, most notably through a mandatory weekly class dedicated to developing empathy and respect. - Bernama photo

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Parents evaluated their children’s inattentiveness, while the children reported their daily time spent on social media, television or videos and video games. - Photo illustrated via Canva

Critics of age-based bans warn that they may be technically challenging to enforce, could push teenagers toward virtual private networks (VPNs) or less-regulated platforms, and raise new privacy concerns due to the need to collect and store sensitive identity data. - Photo illustrated via Canva

Malaysia’s plan to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026 reflects a broader global trend. Photo: Canva

Richard Waterworth said the enforcement of age restrictions on social media platforms in the country may lead to many "unintended consequences.” Photo: Canva

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