Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Far Western University (FWU) in Nepal, aiming to strengthen academic cooperation and facilitate joint initiatives in research, education, and student engagement.

The 5-year MoU was signed on June 23, 2025, at Kathmandu, Nepal. IUB Vice Chancellor Prof. M. Tamim and FWU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Hem Raj Pant signed the MoU on behalf of their respective universities.

Representing IUB at the signing along with the Vice Chancellor were Dr. Kamran ul Baset, Dean of the School of Pharmacy and Public Health; and Prof. Dr. Md. Hafizur Rahman, Head of the Department of Environmental Science and Management.

Representing FWU were Prof. Dr. Binod Lekhak, Registrar; Prof. Dr. Kishan Datta Bhatta, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering; Prof. Dr. Rajendra Prasad Bhatt, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities & Social Science; Associate Prof. Harikrishna Kadayet, Member, Executive Council; Assistant Prof. Prakash Pant, Secretary Vice Chancellor; Mr. Meen Raj Bhatt and Mr. Nabin Bahadur Bam, Admin Staff.

The agreement outlines a broad framework for collaboration, including student mobility programmes such as semester abroad, articulation and internships, as well as faculty and staff exchanges. It also opens up opportunities for joint supervision of postgraduate research, co-hosting academic events, and co-publication of scholarly work.

The two institutions have also agreed to promote awareness of each other’s academic programmes and explore cultural exchanges to foster mutual understanding. Implementation of the MoU will be overseen by designated representatives from both sides.

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