Chinese Envoy calls on DU VC
DU Correspondent
Chinese Ambassador in Bangladesh Mr. Yao Wen called on Dhaka University (DU) Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. A S M Maksud Kamal on Tuesday at latter’s office of the university. He was accompanied by some other officials of Chinese Embassy in Dhaka. Pro-Vice Chancellor (Administration) of DU Prof. Dr. Muhammad Samad was, among others, present on this occasion.
During the meeting they discussed about establishment of a research-based center titled ‘The Center for China Studies’ at Dhaka University to conduct multi-disciplinary researches.
They also exchanged views regarding various issues including the possibilities of strengthening ongoing joint collaborative academic and research programs among the University of Dhaka and different universities in China. The possibilities of organizing seminar, workshop, conference and cultural events jointly by Dhaka University and Chinese universities were also discussed in the meeting. They stressed the need for more exchange of students, teachers and researchers among DU and Chinese Universities.
The Vice-Chancellor said, an excellent friendly relationship has been prevailing between Bangladesh and China for a long time. These friendly ties between the two countries will be further strengthened in the days to come, he hoped. The VC sought more support and cooperation from Chinese ambassador for academic, research and technological development at DU.
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. A S M Maksud Kamal thanked the Chinese envoy for his visit to Dhaka University and keen interest in its academic and research activities.
