KUALA LUMPUR, August 26 – In a remarkable achievement for Malaysia, a team from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Convent Bukit Nanas won the gold prize at the 19th International Standards Olympiad held from August 12-14, 2024, at the KAMCO Human Resource Development Center in Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea.
The team, consisting of Clarissa Fong Hang Yee, Nina Marissa binti Khairul Nizam, and Chuah Eunice, secured the top spot in the Middle School Category and received a cash award of USD 500. This prestigious event, hosted by The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) and the Korean Standards Association (KSA), in collaboration with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), saw participation from 120 students across 11 countries.
The competition challenged students to produce standards documents on topics such as Smart Device Performance Test Criteria and Ethical Practices for Artificial Intelligence Technology. This victory highlights Malaysia’s successful efforts in fostering a culture of quality among its youth and underscores the nation’s commitment to advancing educational standards in the global arena.
