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Anwar tells youths to lead now, urging students to be society’s conscience against corruption and injustice

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said youths must embrace their role as leaders of t...

Anwar tells youths to lead now, urging students to be society’s conscience against corruption and injustice

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasized the current role of university students as leaders, urging them to champion the cause against corruption, exploitation, and injustice. Speaking at the 3rd International Young Future Leaders Summit 2026 (iFUTURE 2026), Anwar highlighted that young people are leaders in the present and future, stressing the importance of representing societal conscience.

He cautioned against intellectual arrogance, urging students to use their knowledge to guide societal values. The government is committed to removing restrictive provisions to allow student leaders to exercise critical thinking and voice their ideas without fear of prosecution.

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