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New Straits Times
26 minutes ago
- New Straits Times
Higher Education Ministry strengthens student safety after Cyberjaya murder
KUALA LUMPUR: The Higher Education Ministry has implemented several follow-up actions following the tragic murder of a female student at a private university hostel in Cyberjaya. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir said the ministry remains committed to ensuring that all institutions of higher education, including private institutions, provide a safe, conducive, and secure learning environment, especially within accommodation premises. In response to a question by Datuk Muhammad Bakhtiar Wan Chik (PH-Balik Pulau) in the Dewan Rakyat, Zambry said the ministry has taken immediate and comprehensive steps to strengthen student safety and security. These include expanding the use of the Guidelines for Off-Campus Student Management to all private institutions and ensuring compliance with existing guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The ministry is also proposing the establishment of Off-Campus Student Management Units (UPLK) in a structured manner or through the appointment of a dedicated portfolio, particularly for smaller institutions of higher learning. "Additionally, private institutions of higher learning are encouraged to hold regular engagement sessions with Rukun Tetangga (Neighbourhood Committees), Community Crime Watch, Joint Management Bodies (JMB) of apartments and condominiums, and the police. "The ministry is also recommending off-campus student accommodations be rented en bloc to improve security, rather than mixed-unit rental with public tenants. "This also includes safety features at off-campus student housing, such as installing additional CCTV cameras, increasing the number of security guards, improving lighting in high-risk areas (hotspots), and identifying high-risk residential zones," he said. Zambry added that the ministry takes the matter seriously and is committed to upholding student safety in line with the provisions under the Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996. He said the Act also places responsibility on the chief executives of private institutions of higher learning to ensure that matters related to teaching, administration, student welfare, and discipline are carried out in an orderly and safe manner, as outlined in subsection 33(a). Zambry also noted that the ministry has introduced two key safety frameworks, which are the Guidelines for Off-Campus Student Management at Institutions of Higher Education (2021) and the Guidelines and Standards for Private Higher Educational Institution Premises (2023). He said these documents serve as references for private higher educational institutions in providing secure and conducive accommodation for their students. "To strengthen ongoing compliance, the Higher Education Ministry has set targets for regular inspections and monitoring of private higher educational institutions. Various inspections, compliance audits, and verifications have been carried out by the ministry, including those arising from complaints, directives, or closures. "Student safety and well-being is a shared responsibility. It involves not just the ministry, but also enforcement agencies, institutions of higher education management, and the wider campus community. "The Higher Education Ministry does not compromise on safety, and we will continue to address any weaknesses systematically and firmly," he said.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Umno must embrace digital shift to engage youth, says Zambry
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno must take charge of the digital narrative, expand its presence on new media platforms, and actively engage younger voters to maintain its relevance, said Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir. He emphasised that politics has evolved into the digital age, where perceptions and sentiments are rapidly shaped through social media and online discourse. 'This new challenge demands that Umno adopts fresher, more flexible, and pragmatic approaches. We cannot remain confined to outdated methods,' Zambry stated in a Facebook post. The Barisan Nasional secretary-general and Higher Education Minister clarified that modernising strategies does not mean abandoning Umno's core principles but rather presenting its values in a more effective and inclusive manner. He also highlighted the importance of unity within the party, calling it the foundation of Umno's strength over its 79-year history. 'Internal divisions will only weaken the party's survival,' he cautioned. - Bernama
Barnama
2 days ago
- Politics
- Barnama
UMNO Must Lead Digital Narrative, Reach Youth To Stay Relevant– Zambry
KUALA LUMPUR, July 27 (Bernama) -- UMNO must lead in shaping the digital narrative, strengthen its presence on new media and engage young voters to remain relevant, UMNO Supreme Council member Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir said today. He said politics has entered the digital era in which information, perceptions and sentiments are rapidly shaped through social media and online platforms. 'This new challenge requires UMNO to adopt fresher, more flexible and pragmatic approaches. We cannot remain bound by the old ways,' he said in a Facebook post.
Malaysiakini
7 days ago
- Health
- Malaysiakini
Delays on Jakim's end behind catering company's lack of halal cert: Zambry
PARLIAMENT | Higher Education Minister Zambry Abdul Kadir has highlighted the Islamic Development Department's (Jakim) delay in facilitating companies' applications for halal certification. The BN senator said this in clarifying a government audit's finding detailing that the Canselor Tuanku Muhriz Hospital (HCTM) had awarded a three-year RM25.64 million catering contract to a company that did not possess halal certification from Jakim.
The Star
20-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Timely move to streamline Form Six education
I REFER to 'Form Six Revamp Overdue' (The Star, July 19). It has been reported that Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir 'revealed a plan to streamline all pre-university pathways with implementation expected either next year or the following year'. In a move that could reshape the landscape of post age-16 education, the proposal to place Form Six under the purview of the Higher Education Ministry is welcome for good reasons. Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Full access to Web and App. RM 13.90/month RM 9.73 /month Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter. RM 12.39/month RM 8.63 /month Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.
