Bureau Report
Lahore :A high-level Indonesian diplomatic delegation, led by Deputy Head of Mission Rahmat Hidayarta Kusuma, visited the University of Management and Technology (UMT), Lahore to discuss strengthening academic partnerships, joint research initiatives and academic exchanges between Pakistan and Indonesia.
Welcoming the delegation, UMT Director Research and Innovation, Prof. Abid Sherwani, said that international academic linkages and research cooperation could create new opportunities for young people while further strengthening the friendly relations between the two countries. He reaffirmed UMT’s commitment to providing students with international academic and cultural exposure through global partnerships and collaborative initiatives.
Deputy Head of Mission of Indonesia, Rahmat Hidayarta Kusuma, appreciated UMT’s educational initiatives and expressed Indonesia’s interest in exploring avenues of collaboration with the university to promote higher education and advanced research. He noted that stronger partnerships between educational institutions in Pakistan and Indonesia would create new opportunities for students and faculty members through academic cooperation and knowledge exchange.
The meeting was attended by UMT Provost Prof. Dr. Amir Azam Khan, Vice Provost Dr. Samia, Director Outreach and Internationalization Muttaqi Malik, along with UMT faculty members and students.
A special question and answer session was also held between the Indonesian delegation and UMT students, providing an opportunity to discuss academic collaboration, cultural connections, and international educational opportunities.
The visit highlighted the importance of strengthening educational ties between Pakistan and Indonesia and exploring avenues for future collaboration in higher education, research, and academic exchange.
At the end of the visit, Prof. Abid Sherwani and Deputy Head of Mission Rahmat Hidayarta Kusuma exchanged gifts and souvenirs as a gesture of goodwill and friendship.
