Each international student spends an average of around 10,000 MYR per month while studying and living in Malaysia, according to a study by the Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS), as revealed by its Chief Executive Officer, Novie Tajuddin.
EMGS is an organization under Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education responsible for promoting international education and supporting the management of international students in the country.
The role of international students extends beyond universities, benefiting local communities and service sectors in areas where students live and study, Novie said during a Malaysian culture exploration program held from Aug. 21 to 23 at Pantai Teluk Ketapang.
Local communities around universities benefit from demand for housing, food, transportation and other services, he said.
The presence of international students is also helping boost business activity among local enterprises, particularly those in the food and service sectors, while generating positive economic and social impacts in areas hosting higher education institutions.
