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EDUCATIONISTS welcome the implementation of a national registry for PhD holders by the Higher Education Ministry.

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Asma Ismail said that the move should be applauded by all Malaysians.

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