KUALA LUMPUR, 23 October 2026 (The Capital Post) – A total of 20 individuals from academia, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and government agencies have been appointed to the National Integration Research and Training Institute’s Advisory Board (LPI) for the 2026–2028 term.
National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang presented the appointment letters during a ceremony at the Department of Museums Malaysia on Thursday (22 October).
The board brings together experts from various fields to provide strategic guidance and recommendations to the National Integration Research and Training Institute (IKLIN).
Its responsibilities include advising on training, research and competency development programmes related to national unity and integration.
The cross-sector membership is expected to contribute expertise and strategic ideas to help IKLIN address racial tensions, hate speech, social conflicts and other challenges affecting community harmony.
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Aaron emphasised that LPI should serve as a strategic advisory body and think tank to support IKLIN’s development as a centre of excellence for national unity.
He also highlighted the importance of strengthening IKLIN’s role in line with Strategy D.1.1 of the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK13), which focuses on enhancing national integration and unity.
The minister further expressed his aspiration for IKLIN to become a national reference centre for unity, national integration and nation-building.
According to a post on the official Facebook page of Kementerian Perpaduan Negara, the appointments reflect efforts to strengthen research, training and strategic planning in promoting harmony among Malaysia’s diverse communities – The Capital Post
