Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between University of Wah and Karakoram International University

Monday, October 27, 2025

University of Wah (UW) and Karakoram International University (KIU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 27 October 2025, marking a significant milestone in fostering academic collaboration and institutional partnership. Prof. Dr. Jameel-Un Nabi, Vice Chancellor, University of Wah, and Engr. Prof. Dr. Attaullah Shah, Vice Chancellor, Karakoram International University, signed the MoU during a ceremony held at the University of Wah. The MoU signing ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Amjad Hassan, Director, ORIC-UW, along with the Deans of Basic Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering, Management Sciences, and Social Sciences.

The ceremony began with a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by an introductory presentation on UW by the Director of ORIC. Both institutions engaged in insightful discussions, identifying key avenues of mutual collaboration, including:

• - Academic capacity-building and knowledge-sharing initiatives
• - Student exchange and career grooming programs
• - Joint efforts in the fields of tourism and hospitality

Addressing the participants, Prof. Dr. Jameel-Un Nabi emphasized that the partnership will strengthen academic and research linkages, opening new horizons of innovation and learning. Prof. Dr. Attaullah Shah highlighted that the collaboration will enhance opportunities for students and faculty, contributing to collective academic advancement and regional development.

As a gesture of goodwill, Prof. Dr. Attaullah Shah signed the University of Wah’s Visitors’ Book and presented signed copies of his authored book to Prof. Dr. Jameel-Un Nabi and Prof. Dr. Khurram Shahzad, Dean Management Sciences. This collaboration highlights both institutions’ shared commitment to academic excellence, research progress, and sustainable growth in Pakistan’s higher education sector.