Summary
- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said students should be free to speak, debate and develop critical thinking.
- He said restrictions under AUKU should not prevent university students from expressing legitimate views.
- Budget 2027 will include an allowance for Form Six students, with the amount and eligibility to be announced later.
- Anwar also called for zero tolerance towards bullying in schools and higher education institutions.
SEBERANG PERAI, August 29 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called for greater student freedom, stronger financial support for Form Six students and firm action against bullying.
During a session at IPG Tuanku Bainun on Friday. Anwar said young Malaysians who are eligible to vote should have space to express opinions and develop independent, critical thinking.
He also announced that Budget 2027 will include an allowance for Form Six students, although the amount and eligibility have not been finalised.
Separately, Anwar urged schools and universities to adopt zero tolerance towards bullying. He said academic achievement must be accompanied by character, integrity and respect for others.
