UAE Cuts Funds for Students Keen to Study in UK Over Fears Campuses Radicalized by Islamist Groups

Abu Dhabi’s decision comes amid tensions over the UK’s decision not to proscribe Muslim Brotherhood

The United Arab Emirates is restricting students from enrolling at UK universities amid fears campuses are being radicalised by Islamist groups.

Abu Dhabi federal funding for state scholarships has been limited for citizens who hope to study in Britain, officials told the Financial Times and the Times.

Those with knowledge of the situation cite tensions over a decision not to proscribe Muslim Brotherhood and concerns about its influence.

Read the rest of the story at The Standard.

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