The restriction imposed on visiting professors and speakers who are pro-Zionist must be seen from the aspects of security and the image of the country which may be affected and tarnished because of their statements.

Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said therefore, the allegation that the restriction would affect academic freedom should not be raised.

He told reporters this after attending the Higher Education Ministry's Aidilfitri celebration today.
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