“Education is one of the most important aspects in our lives. It is crucial for the development of nations, their people, their economies and their societies. I would like to encourage all the young people out there currently considering their path in education to come and study in Malaysia,” he said. He added that Malaysia offers a proven, well-balanced private and public education system that has successfully produced graduates who excelled in their careers. The PM Tun Mahathir also said that students who study abroad become explorers and Malaysia is in an “amazing part of the world” where many cultures co-exist. By studying in Malaysia, they will be able to experience various customs, traditions, cuisines and “astonishing social dynamics”. PM Tun Mahathir also said that studying in Malaysia “is a journey worth taking and an experience worth cherishing”.As of December 2018, there are approximately 170,000 foreign students in Malaysia from over 135 countries. Through Study in Malaysia Campaign, Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) aims to increase the number to about 200,000 by 2020 and 250,000 by 2025.
