Malaysia receives first student quadruplets from Kazakhstan
ASTANA—Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) recently welcomed its first international student, Zhaiylkhan’s quadruplets, to Malaysia. The four siblings, Alikhan, Alizhan, Zaragul, and Zeregul, all 17 years old, arrived from Kazakhstan on Sept. 8 to begin their studies at the Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) in Kuala Lumpur.
According to EMGS’s press service, Kazakhstan is one of the top ten countries for new student applications in Malaysia in 2024, with over 1,900 applications submitted since 2020. APU CEO Datuk Parmjit Singh expressed his excitement about welcoming students from Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries to the university, a tradition that has been ongoing for over 20 years. Singh praised the conscientiousness, maturity, and cultural awareness of students from the region, noting the positive impact they have on their home countries.
APU is known for its multicultural campus, where local and international students from over 130 countries come together to learn and grow. With a diverse student body, the university provides a supportive environment for students to thrive academically and socially.
The quadruplets from Kazakhstan represent a growing trend of international students choosing Malaysia as their study destination, highlighting the country’s reputation for quality education and cultural diversity. As they embark on this new chapter in their academic journey, Alikhan, Alizhan, Zaragul, and Zeregul will undoubtedly bring their unique perspectives and experiences to enrich the vibrant campus community at APU.
