Hold off on trips to France for now, MOHE tells Malaysian students in Europe amid riots

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 22 — Malaysian students studying in France have been told to refrain from making trips to the country for now, as riots and demonstrations are taking place in several major cities, including Paris, the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) has warned. The 462 students currently residing in France are reportedly safe and their academic pursuits have not been impacted.

Educational institutions in affected areas have shifted to online learning, while the MOHE is monitoring the situation through the Education Attaché Office in Paris, alongside the Foreign Ministry, the Embassy of Malaysia in Paris, and sponsoring agencies. The MOHE advises the students to avoid affected areas, adhere to local authorities' instructions, and stay informed through official announcements.

Meanwhile, Malaysian students in other European countries are urged to postpone any travel to France until the situation stabilises. The ministry is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all Malaysian students in France and urges parents and families to remain calm, relying on official sources for information and following the safety guidelines provided by the Education Attaché Office in Paris and the Embassy of Malaysia in Paris. For inquiries or further details, contact maisarah.isa@jpa.gov.my or eml@mohe.gov.my.