Maldives National University Signs Agreements with Five Pakistani Universities

The Maldives National University (MNU) has signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with five universities in Pakistan to strengthen educational ties. The agreements were signed during a special ceremony in Islamabad organised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. Vice Chancellor Dr. Aishath Shenaz Adam signed on behalf of MNU. The five Pakistani universities are the National University of Sciences and Technology, the University of Wah, Government College University Lahore, Foundation University Islamabad, and Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University. The MoUs cover cooperation in research, faculty and student exchange programmes, conferences, seminars and dual degree programmes. Speaking at the ceremony, Professor Dr Niaz Ahmed Akhtar, chairperson of the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, underlined the importance of deepening educational links between the two countries. Dr Aishath Shenaz Adam described the signing as a reflection of the close friendship between the Maldives and Pakistan and acknowledged the efforts of the Pakistani ambassador to the Maldives. The agreements are part of MNU’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan and aim to facilitate training and education exchange across various fields.