Students demands in the post-Mahathir era
As students who love the country, we want to build the framework of a post-Mahathir era that is free, liberal and democratic. Our aspirations cross the boundaries of political, religious and racial differences in 10 areas.
Yes so as to prepare the country to face globalisation.
No that only serve truth as their objective and are not a propaganda agent of certain parties.
No — Exploitation and misuse of the media
Rejecting a media that does not take into account the truth because of vested interests, leading to public cynicism towards the media..
Yes — Encouraging holistic and competitive technology
Sourcing appropriate technology to serve needs that are truly holistic and not exclusive to some, for the creation of a knowledge-based society and economy.
No — White-elephant technology
Avoiding advanced technologies that are impractical or which can only be enjoyed by the privileged few.
Yes — Sustainable development
Achieving rapid development that balances economic and material needs with environmental needs, for the next generation of Malaysians.
No — Unsustainable development
Rejecting what only takes into account profit for capitalists but does not consider the needs of the environment and local communities.
Editor's note: The declaration was signed by Hamdi Mokhtar, chairman of the Political Education Unit, Institute for Policy Research, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur
It was also signed by six other organisations:
1. Persatuan Kebangsaan Pelajar Islam Malaysia
2. Majlis Perwakilan Pelajar Universiti Islam Antarabangsa
3. Persatuan Mahasiswa Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
4. Majlis Perwakilan Mahasiswa Universiti Malaya
5. Majlis Perwakilan Pelajar Universiti Putra Malaysia
6. Majlis Perwakilan Pelajar Universiti Sains Malaysia
