PKR National Congress: Anwar Announces Abolition of Auku, Grants Universities More Freedom

Anwar: UUCA repeal proposal goes to Cabinet next week

AYER KEROH, Aug 15 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today his proposal to repeal the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (UUCA) will be brought to the Cabinet next Wednesday for consideration.Anwar, who is also finance minister, said the Cabinet would need to deliberate on his proposal first, Berita Harian reported when reporters asked if the repeal had already been approved.“I will bring it to the Cabinet on Wednesday,” …

PKR National Congress: Anwar announces abolition of Auku, grants universities more freedom

AYER KEROH: The Universities and University Colleges Act (Auku) 1971 will be abolished, announced Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Govt to repeal Auku, says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says although the Act has been amended several times, students are still not satisfied with some provisions.

AUKU Repeal A Progressive Step, University Governance To Remain Intact

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- Experts say the government’s decision to repeal the Universities and University Colleges Act (AUKU) 1971 marks a progressive policy change that will help higher education keep pace with current developments and globalisation.