Strategic Academic and Research Partnership
World University of Bangladesh, Universiti Tun Abdul Razak sign MoU
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The World University of Bangladesh (WUB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK) of Malaysia, on 27 October 2026, in Kuala Lumpur, to establish a strategic partnership in academic, research and institutional collaborations.
The agreement provides for joint PhD supervision, faculty and student exchange programmes, joint research and publications, and the development of new joint bachelor's and master's degree programmes. It also covers the joint organisation of international conferences, symposiums, seminars, workshops and professional training programmes.
Before the signing ceremony, senior representatives of both universities held specific talks to identify areas of cooperation, outline a roadmap for future collaboration, and agree on mechanisms for implementing the proposed initiatives.
The WUB delegation was led by the Vice-Chairman of the Board of Trustees, together with Professor Dr. A.Q.M. Shafiul Azam, Dean, Academic Affairs and Research, and Professor Dr. Selim Ahmed, Dean, Faculty of Business Studies.
UNIRAZAK was represented by Vice-Chancellor YBhg. Prof. Datin Paduka Dr. Samsinar Md. Sidin; Chief Operating Officer Mohamed Fairuz Mohamed Noor; Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohammed Reyasudin; Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Dr. Sulastri Yahya; Director, Research and Partnership, Dr. Ir. Ts. Keith Chong Peng Lean; Senior Director, Marketing and Sales, Mr. Muhammad Asyraf Samsuldin; Professor of Management Prof. Dr. Gazi Md. Nurul Islam; and Director of International Relations Mr. Wee Ma Ling.
Vice-Chairman of the Board of Trustees signed the MoU for WUB, and Prof. Datin Paduka Dr. Samsinar Md. Sidin signed for UNIRAZAK. The two sides then exchanged signed copies.
The partnership reflects both universities' commitment to internationalisation, academic excellence, research innovation and knowledge exchange. It is expected to create new opportunities for students, faculty and researchers, strengthen global academic networks, and contribute to higher education and sustainable development.
