The Joint Front to Protect Open University (JFPOU) today commended the reversal of the decision of the President to reject the legitimate shortlist for the Vice Chancellor position of the Open University of Sri Lanka. “We see this as a victory not just for the Open University of Sri Lanka but for the entire university system in the country. They noted that this victory was the outcome of the solidarity of a broad range of stakeholders – academics, non-academics and students. They expressed their belief in the autonomy and independence of public institutions that need to stay constantly vigilant to the ever present threat of political interference in this country. “We conclude with solidarity and gratitude towards all stakeholders who came together in this historic struggle,” they said.

Source: The Nation June 25, 2021 10:18 UTC