AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHigher-Education Funding: The Philippines’ DBM released about P9.75 billion to CHEd to cover unpaid dues to 108 state universities and colleges, easing pressure on free tertiary education. Policy Reform: Malaysia’s UTM says repealing the 1971 Universities and University Colleges Act should be a chance to rebuild higher-ed with autonomy plus accountability. Exam Accountability: In India, Rahul Gandhi attacked the NTA after it cancelled UGC-NET papers in English, Commerce and Sociology, ordering fresh exams for Sept 9–10. Medical Education Rules: Nepal’s Medical Education Commission told institutions to collect teaching fees strictly under the National Medical Education Act, making some charges optional. Student Access Pressure: South Africa warns NSFAS faces a roughly R15 billion shortfall as demand rises faster than funding. Global Campus & Research: UTP will host ESTCON2026 in Penang with 1,000+ delegates on energy security and sustainable innovation. Academic Spotlight: Two IU (Kushtia) students placed 11th globally in MICCAI’s GAVE-2 challenge and are invited to Strasbourg.
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