"University Rakyat" for all Malaysians

On 6th October, 2008, I have submitted a Memorandum to the Ministry of Higher Education for the creation of "University Rakyat" (People's University). This proposed University is a free university for all Malaysians regardless of race and entrace shall be based on merits. The selection of lecturers in this university shall also be based on merits and without any form of quota. In line with the reduction of the subsidy of petrol and diesel in Malaysia, it is hope that the Malaysian government can use part of the savings from the reduction of the subsidy to establish this University for all Malaysians. This proposal is:-

1. in line with the Malaysia's government effort to promote the development of Human Capital and to exploit the potential of all Malaysian youth;

2. able to give all Malaysian a chance to further their education and expand their capabilities; and

3. able to assist the Malaysian youth to compete with the youth in other countries.

As such, I hereby sincerely request that:-

1. the Ministry of Higher Education set up a commission to study the implementation of this proposal and to submit a proposal to the Malaysian government before the tabling of the next budget for 2010 next year;

2. a "University Rakyat" be establish for every Malaysia Economy Plan (which is a 5 years plan). Thus, there shall be at least 4 "Universiti Rakyat" in the coming 20 years; and

3. in the event this proposal is unable to be implemented, it is hope that the Ministry of Higher Education provides their explanation to all Malaysian on why this proposal cannot be implemented.

Thank you.