A high-level delegation from Jamiyah Singapore visited the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) to explore avenues for collaboration and mutual growth. The meeting, chaired by the Rector IIUI, Prof. Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, and President IIUI, Dr. Ahmed Shuja Syed, served as a platform for productive dialogue on enhancing academic and cultural ties between the two institutions. It was also attuned by Prof. Dr. Abdul Raheman, Vice President (A&F) IIUI, Director Generals, Deans and senior officials of the university.
The delegation members included Prof. Dr. MohdHasbi Abu Bakar, President of Jamiyah Singapore, accompanied by his spouse, Mdm. Noraini. Other members included Abdul Malik ABM, Director of International Relations, along with his spouse, Mdm. NoorjehanIsahak. The group also comprised of Mahmud Ahmed, Assistant International Relations; Jufri, Manager of Mass Communication; and Amrul, the photographer.
In the meeting, both sides agreed to develop a comprehensive roadmap for joint research initiatives, faculty exchange programs, and collaborative efforts to promote interfaith harmony. The focus of the discussion included greater collaboration in the area of Arabic language acquisition with plans for exchange programs to leverage IIUI’s expertise in this field, conducting joint workshops and conferences to enhance academic collaboration, and ensuring a regular exchange of delegations between the two institutions.
The President of Jamiyah Singapore emphasized shared goals with IIUI and invited its scholars to a Muslim Festival featuring a Seerah exhibition and cultural activities. The IIUI Rector proposed hosting the next festival jointly in Islamabad to enhance collaboration.
