KUALA LUMPUR: The prevalence of corruption, mismanagement, abuse of power, and breaches of trust are akin to cancerous cells eroding the nation’s anatomy, placing immense burdens on its people, said the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah. He emphasized the need for administrative systems, governance, and management practices to be anchored in values, principles, and trustworthiness, transcending ethnic, religious, social, and economic status.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Sultan Nazrin expressed deep concern over the current state of the nation, highlighting the embarrassment and worry among the populace over reports of corruption and mismanagement. This was emphasized during his speech at the First Session of the 64th Universiti Malaya (UM) Convocation Ceremony. As the Chancellor of UM, he underscored that the university’s role extends beyond producing graduates; it is also responsible for shaping character and nurturing the human soul.

His Highness highlighted the importance of instilling noble value
s in graduates, ensuring they possess inner strength and an understanding of ethics, morality, accountability, and integrity. The ongoing 64th Universiti Malaya Convocation Ceremony, which spans 16 sessions, will conclude on December 8. A total of 9,253 graduates who have met the academic criteria will be awarded degrees and diplomas, including 598 Doctor of Philosophy recipients, 3,079 Master’s and Postgraduate Diploma holders, 4,241 Bachelor’s degree recipients, and 1,335 Executive Diploma and Diploma awardees.

Universiti Malaya’s achievements were also noted, with the institution advancing to the top 60 universities globally in the QS World University Rankings 2024 and securing the 12th position in Asia, reinforcing its status as the best university in Malaysia.