On June 13, 2025, an inspiring leap toward global academic integration unfolded online as Iqra University (Pakistan) and SEGi University & Colleges (Malaysia) inked a pioneering Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The hour-long virtual ceremony, held on Zoom from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM, brought together top leadership and strategic thinkers from both institutions, united by a shared vision of transforming higher education through collaboration and innovation.
Distinguished attendees included Prof. ChM. Dr. Sharon Teh, Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Srikumar, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Ir. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tan Yong Chai, Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Information Technology, and Director of the Research Collaboration and Mr. Tan Kheng Por, Director, Global Partnerships & Operations, Faculty of Education, Languages, Psychology & Music from SEGi University & Colleges, Malaysia while Prof. Dr. Nassar Ikram, Vice Chancellor/President, Mr. Aseem M. Rizvi, Registrar, Dr. Sameer Hashmat Qazi, Director ORIC, Dr. Arshad Aziz, Dean FEST and Ms. Humaira Anwar, Head of International Office from Iqra University.
The virtual gathering marked more than just a ceremonial agreement; it was a declaration of intent to break traditional boundaries in pursuit of educational and research excellence. Discussions centered on student exchange, faculty mobility, joint research ventures, and collaborative academic events such as workshops, webinars, and conferences.
Both sides emphasized their institutions’ synergy across academic programs—including engineering, IT, business, education, and health sciences—ensuring a foundation for rich, cross-disciplinary research and mutual growth. Plans were laid for the joint supervision of postgraduate research, applications for international research grants, and creating robust student mobility programs, setting the stage for a truly reciprocal relationship.
Notably, both universities celebrated their recent achievements, particularly their standing in the QS World University Rankings, underlining the value of global visibility and quality assurance. The proactive roles played by the international offices of both institutions were applauded, especially for their seamless coordination and digital adaptability in hosting this important ceremony.
The event concluded in a spirit of optimism, with warm congratulations exchanged among participants.
