Surakarta, Indonesia – May 14, 2024 – Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS) is pleased to announce the successful signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM) on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. The ceremony, held at the UMS campus, marks a significant step forward in fostering academic collaboration and cultural exchange between the two esteemed institutions.

The MOU signing ceremony was attended by key representatives from both universities. On behalf of UMS, Rector Dr. Sofyan Anif, M.Si., expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting the potential for enhanced educational opportunities, joint research initiatives, and student and faculty exchanges. Representing MUCM, Prof. Dr. Patrick Kee Peng Kong (Vice Chancellor), emphasized the shared values and goals that underpin the collaboration, and the importance of global partnerships in enriching the educational experiences of their students.