KOLKATA, October 3, 2026 — St. Xavier's University, Kolkata (SXUK) hosted Barrister Shameem Haider Patwary, Chairman of Dhaka International University (DIU), Bangladesh, along with a distinguished three-member delegation.

The visiting delegation was received by Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, SJ, Vice-Chancellor of SXUK. Both leadership teams engaged in strategic discussions aimed at furthering cross-border educational collaboration. Key areas of focus included:

* Faculty and Student Exchange Programs: Facilitating cross-institutional learning and cultural exposure.

* Joint Research & Academic Conferences: Partnering on collaborative research ventures and intellectual forums.

* Institutional Governance: Sharing best practices in university administration and academic management.

* Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): Establishing a roadmap to formalize a strategic long-term partnership.

This high-level exchange represents a key milestone in advancing Indo-Bangladesh academic cooperation, reflecting a shared commitment to educational excellence and social leadership.

Mario Martin Louis