Vice Chancellor (VC) of Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah International Islamic University (UniSHAMS) of Malaysia, Dr Asmadi Mohamed Naim called on the President of International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) Dr Hathal Hamoud Al-Otaibi at his office here at the new campus.
During the meeting, issues of mutual interests including initiatives for the promotion of quality education and the role of universities in society building were discussed. The meeting was also attended by Vice President of Research and Enterprise Dr Ahmed Shuja Syed.
Dr Asamadi appreciated the role of IIUI in service to society and hoped that bilateral cooperation between both universities will enhance. He briefed him about uniSHAMS, its vision, collaborations and future plans. He stressed the need for the promotion of cooperation between the universities of the Islam world.
On the occasion, IIUI President said that IIUI will be keen to enhance its bilateral ties with universities across the world. He said the university is focusing on Online Distance Learning and it will be keen to initiate mutual cooperation in this regard.
Dr Hathal also told Dr Asamadi about IIUI’s vision, future plans and strategy for academic excellence. IIUI President while stressing the linkages between universities said that educational institutions must promote the exchange of experiences through mutual cooperation.