M’sian students are safe amid protests in France, Italy, says Zambry
The higher education minister says his ministry is closely monitoring developments in Paris and Milan.
Malaysian students have been reported as safe despite protests occurring in France and Italy, according to Higher Education Minister Zambry Abdul Kadir. The unrest in Paris and Milan is being driven by widespread public dissatisfaction over factors such as rising cost of living, education funding, housing affordability, and public services.
Although Malaysian students' travel to campuses has been impacted, no injuries have been reported among them, says Zambry. His ministry is closely monitoring the situation in France and Italy in coordination with the foreign ministry. Zambry informed the press that advisories were issued to Malaysians, particularly students in France and Italy, to steer clear of areas where protests and clashes were taking place.
His ministry is prepared to take contingency measures, such as relocating students to safer locations, including areas near Malaysian embassies. Zambry mentioned that he was aware of the procedures involved in such situations and had instructed to closely monitor developments. However, he could not confirm if any student has already been relocated as he cannot speak for the foreign ministry.
The unrest comes amid a wave of demonstrations driven by growing public dissatisfaction over a variety of factors.
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