Supplementary agreement signing ceremony with Hubei Polytechnic University, China

A supplementary agreement signing ceremony was held between UTAR and Hubei Polytechnic University (HBPU), China on 24 June 2024 at UTAR Sungai Long Campus. The signatories were UTAR President Ir Prof Dato’ Dr Ewe Hong Tat and HBPU Secretary of the Party Committee Mr Zhang Fangsheng.

Front row, fourth from left: Prof Dato’ Ewe and Mr Zhang with UTAR, HBPU, CCLBU and Dalai Education Technology Co., LTD representatives

The supplementary agreement signs upon their existing Collaborative Agreement for the International 2+2 Bachelor’s Degree Programme, detailing specific cooperative majors, responsibilities for teaching and management, and ensuring alignment in educational quality standards.

Present at the event were HBPU Office of International Exchange and Cooperation Director Assoc Prof Dr Li Li, Office of Finance Director Ms Xiang Yan, School of Arts Dean Prof Liu Manzhong and School of Environmental Science and Engineering Dean Prof Dr Zhang Jiaquan.

Also present at the event were Central China Law & Business University (CCLBU) President Mr Bai Zhonghua, Vice President Mr Chen Tao and Study Abroad Department Head Ms Wang Zhimei; Dalai Education Technology Co., LTD General Manager Ms Meng Ying, Study Abroad Programme Manager Mr Hong Hanjin and Academic Affairs Management Ms Pan Hong.

UTAR Vice President for Internationalisation and Academic Development Ir Prof Dr Goi Bok Min, Institute of Chinese Studies (ICS) Dean and Confucius Institute Director Assoc Prof Dr Chong Siou Wei, Faculty of Accountancy and Management (FAM) Deputy Dean (Academic Development and Undergraduate Programmes) Dr Ng Kar Yee, Faculty of Creative Industries (FCI) Deputy Dean (Student Development and Industrial Training) Ts Dr Ang Kok Yew, Department of Early Childhood Studies Head Dr Annie Wong Kai Sze, Office of International Affairs (OIA) Director Assoc Prof Dr Lai Soon Onn, Centre for Extension Education Director Assoc Prof Ir Dr Lim Jee Hock, Centre for International Student Recruitment and Education Collaboration (CISREC) Director Mr Lee Choy Fong and Centre for Curriculum Development and Innovation Head Dr Ngeow Yeok Meng were present as well.

Prof Dato’ Ewe

Prof Dato’ Ewe said, “In the future, two universities will continue to work hand in hand, promoting the internationalisation of education, fostering relations between Malaysia and China, and enhancing cultural exchange and cooperation. We will continue to strengthen our collaboration in areas such as student exchange, academic exchange, and academic research. We will jointly build an educational brand with international influence.”

Mr Zhang

Mr Zhang said, “This year celebrates the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic relationship between Malaysia and China. We aim to continue fostering the friendly ties between our nations through this collaboration. In the future, we aspire to enhance cooperation in various areas, such as academic exchanges, joint research, and more.”

Prof Dato’ Ewe (left) and Mr Zhang exchanging the documents

Prof Dato’ Ewe (left) and Mr Zhang exchanging souvenirs

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