Organisation of Islamic Cooperation
The Collective Voice of The Muslim World
Date: 29/05/2023
The 49th session of the Governing Board of the Islamic University of Technology (IUT) convened on May 29, 2023, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, marking a significant milestone in the institution's pursuit of academic excellence. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Saleh Bin Brahim Al Qasoumi, Deputy Minister for International Cooperation in the Ministry of Education of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
At the outset of the meeting, Ambassador Askar Mussinov, the Assistant Secretary General for Science and Technology, expressed, on behalf of H.E Mr. Hissein Brahim Taha, OIC Secretary-General and IUT Chancellor, heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Bangladesh for its unwavering support and commitment to the development and progress of the IUT. He affirmed that the continuous collaboration between Bangladesh and the university has played a pivotal role in elevating the standard of education and fostering innovation within the institution. He recalled the meeting held on 28 May 2023 in Dhaka between H.E Sheikh Hassina, Honorable Prime Minister of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh and H.E the OIC Secretary General who highly appreciated the support of the Honorable Prime Minister for the IUT and especially for girl’s education.
The session witnessed the exchange of insightful recommendations aimed at further enhancing the university's capabilities. The representatives from Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Pakistan, Guinea, Bangladesh and OIC emphasized the importance of continuous improvements in infrastructure, faculty development, and research initiatives to elevate the university's global standing and international rankings.
The board also discussed the significance of strengthening partnerships with international academic institutions and fostering greater collaboration among the OIC Member States.
The 49th session also announced that the convocation ceremony of the Islamic University of Technology will take place on 30th May 2023. 550 graduates will be awarded their degrees in the convocation this year, which will be presided over by the OIC Secretary General who will welcome the Honorable Prime Minister of Bangladesh as Chief Guest of the ceremony.
The session concluded with a renewed commitment to advancing the Islamic University of Technology's mission of promoting higher education, scientific research, and technological innovation and offering opportunities to the students from the OIC member States.
