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The Democratic Action Party has thrown its weight behind Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's initiative to dismantle the Universities and University Colleges Act, whilst pressing the government to extend similar momentum to other deferred commitments.
Youth organizations have welcomed Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's announcement to abolish AUKU, describing it as transformative for campus autonomy and student freedoms in Malaysia's higher education system.
Malaysian experts have endorsed the government's decision to repeal the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971, characterizing it as a modernizing move that will strengthen higher education competitiveness while preserving institutional autonomy and governance frameworks.
Malaysia's planned repeal of AUKU must go beyond symbolism to fix unfair university admissions. Former activists argue the government must commit to equitable access and proper funding before legislation is tabled.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced the government will repeal the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971, responding to student demands for expanded democratic rights and greater freedom on campus.
A Kota Bharu High Court has ordered a former teacher, Isamuddin Ismail, to pay RM88,000 in damages to student Adam Maidin after finding him guilty of physical assault involving multiple slaps that caused injury.