Malaysia Higher Education Law
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Malaysia's government will abolish the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU) as part of higher education reform plans. The Youth Council demands an open drafting process for the new law, emphasizing student character development alongside freedom of speech.
Malaysia's Youth Council Demands Open Drafting of New University Law
The Malaysian Youth Council (MBM) is urging for a transparent and comprehensive approach to drafting new legislation that will replace the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU). Ahmad Farhan Rosli, MBM Secretary-General, stated that the reform of higher education must involve all levels of the university community, including students. MBM insists that simply replacing AUKU with a ne…
Malaysian universities ready to support new higher education law after AUKU repeal
Public universities across Malaysia are prepared to offer their insights and legal expertise to the Ministry of Higher Education as it drafts new legislation. This initiative follows the recent announ…
Abolition of AUKU aligns with KPT's higher education reform plans
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's announcement to abolish the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU) marks a significant development in Malaysia's higher education reform journey…
Malaysia to Abolish Universities and University Colleges Act 1971
Malaysia's higher education landscape is set for a significant reform with the government's decision to abolish the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU). Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwa…
Malaysia's new higher education law must focus on student character, not just freedom
Malaysia's upcoming higher education legislation needs to prioritize the cultivation of responsible, ethical, and knowledgeable students over mere freedom of expression, according to Prof. Datuk Dr. M…
