Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

tap to translate recording

Explore By Region

flag Over 40 students protested in Kuala Lumpur on Feb. 9, 2026, demanding reform of Malaysia’s 1971 university law, citing government overreach.

flag On February 9, 2026, over 40 students from 30 groups protested in Kuala Lumpur, demanding the abolition of Malaysia’s Universities and University Colleges Act 1971, citing concerns over government control and lack of university autonomy. flag The Higher Education Minister, Zambry Abdul Kadir, stated the law is adaptable and open to review, though he did not attend the protest, with his team accepting a memorandum calling for reform. flag The government also reported nearly full staffing in universities and plans to use reserve candidates for future hiring.

4 Articles