AUKU repeal to focus on universities, not students, says Fahmi
THE government’s proposed replacement for the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU) will deal with the running of universities, rather than matters involving students. Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil said Prime Minister...
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil informed the public that the government intends to abolish the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU) and that student affairs will not be part of any new legislation to replace it. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim conveyed this intention during a Cabinet meeting. Fahmi stated that university administration and management matters might still require legislative action, but student-related issues should be excluded.
The Higher Education Ministry will now evaluate which aspects of university operations need new laws. Both Universiti Malaysia Pahang and Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia welcomed the move, emphasizing the importance of academic freedom and autonomy for universities.
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