The House of Representatives’ dialogue committee has received a new proposal from the Minister of Higher Education to address the crisis affecting students in medicine and pharmacy faculties. The ongoing strikes at medical and pharmacy schools have prompted parliamentary groups to mediate the situation.
Following discussions with the Minister of Higher Education, the committee will ensure the Ministry’s commitments are fulfilled. These commitments include lifting sanctions, canceling zero marks, scheduling additional exam sessions, and maintaining proper training hours for graduating classes.
The committee encourages students to engage positively with the Ministry’s proposal and trust the institutions involved. It promises to monitor the Ministry’s adherence to commitments to protect student interests and educational goals.
The strikes, lasting over eight months, have caused disruptions in the medical sector due to issues with internship protocols and study duration changes. Despite government efforts, the impasse between students and authorities remains unresolved, leading to widespread unrest in the sector.