Summary
- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called for laws that unnecessarily restrict university student activities and expression to be removed.
- He said student freedom must remain within the rule of law but should not be suppressed through intimidation.
- Anwar also urged young Malaysians to balance knowledge and technological progress with discipline, values and responsibility.
- He said national success should be measured beyond economic growth, with young people prepared to serve society and preserve unity.
PERMATANG PAUH, August 30 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called for greater freedom for university students while urging young Malaysians to uphold discipline, knowledge and strong values.
Speaking at events in Permatang Pauh and Batu Kawan, Anwar said students should have space to express views and participate in activities without unnecessary restrictions.
He stressed that freedom remained subject to the rule of law. Anwar said Malaysia’s success could not be measured only through economic and technological progress, particularly as artificial intelligence advances.
Young Malaysians, he said, must remain grounded in responsibility, cultural values and unity while developing the knowledge and confidence needed to shape the country’s future.
