MoU exchange between UTAR and Guiyang University

Mr Lyu (left) and Prof Choong exchanging the MoU documents

UTAR and Guiyang University (GYU) formalised their collaboration by exchanging a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at UTAR Sungai Long Campus on 20 September 2024.  

The signatories were UTAR President Ir Prof Dato’ Dr Ewe Hong Tat and GYU Academic Affairs Committee Chairperson Mr Lyu Baoping. However, representing Prof Dato’ Ewe to exchange the MoU with Mr Lyu was UTAR Vice President for Student Development and Alumni Relations Prof Dr Choong Chee Keong.

Prof Choong said, “On the occasion of celebrating the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Malaysia and China, we cherish the opportunity to collaborate with Guiyang University. The 50 years of friendship and cooperation have witnessed the exchanges and integration between Malaysia and China in various fields, including education, culture and the economy.”

Prof Choong

Mr Lyu said, “Even though we may encounter different challenges and opportunities in our daily work, it is these very differences that make today’s exchange especially significant and valuable. We are confident that through open and inclusive learning and dialogue, we can draw from each other’s strengths, advance together, and contribute more insight and energy to the progress of education.”

Mr Lyu

The UTAR-GYU collaboration aimed to launch joint international research projects, talent training programmes, and academic exchanges, including faculty visits for research, teaching, and participation in academic events. It also aimed to promote student mobility and internships to enhance learning experiences. Moreover, GYU graduates and faculty members who meet UTAR’s entry and English language requirements can pursue master’s and doctoral studies at UTAR. Joint supervision for master’s and doctoral programmes may also be introduced, where appropriate.

Following the MoU exchange, both parties participated in a souvenir exchange and a group photograph.

Present at the event were GYU President Office Deputy Head Mr Han Yong, GYU Academic Affairs Office Director Prof Dr Meng Junyi, GYU Faculty of Physical Education Dean Prof Dr Yin Yujia, GYU Division of Logistics Management Director Mr Ran Maohu, GYU Office of International Cooperation and Exchanges General Affairs Section Chief Ms Cai Pianpian, UTAR Institute of Chinese Studies (ICS) Dean Assoc Prof Dr Chong Siou Wei, Centre for International Student Recruitment and Education Collaboration Senior Assistant Manager Ms Ng Beng Mui, Office of International Affair Assistant Manager Ms Goo Yi Qun.

Souvenir exchange session

From left: Prof Yin, Ms Ng, Dr Chong, Mr Lyu, Prof Choong, Mr Han, Prof Meng, Ms Cai and Mr Ran

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