Chonnam National University delegation calls on JU vice-chancellor

A high-level delegation from South Korea’s Chonnam National University paid a courtesy call on Jahangirnagar University (JU) Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Md Nurul Islam to strengthen bilateral cooperation in education and research between Bangladesh and South Korea.

The meeting took place at the vice-chancellor’s office at 3pm on Tuesday (27 October). Chonnam National University Emeritus Professor Choi Hei Young led the delegation.

The meeting discussed various aspects of expanding education and research activities at the two institutions. Highlighting the importance of improving educational standards internationally and conducting joint research, Prof Dr Md Nurul Islam said, "Building on the friendly relations between Bangladesh and South Korea, it is essential to increase cooperation in education and advanced research between the two countries’ universities. At the same time, he expressed his intention to take institutional initiatives for student and faculty exchanges between the two universities."

Prof Choi Hei Young, head of the Chonnam National University delegation, stressed the importance of continuing productive discussions and communication between the two sides to enhance mutual cooperation.

JU English department Professor Ahmed Reza, South Korean national and language teacher Lee Ku, and his wife, Lee Charles, also attended the bilateral discussion and courtesy meeting.

The university confirmed the information in a press release signed by Mohammad Mohiuddin, acting director of its Public Relations Office.