The University of Gwadar (UG) and Karakoram International University (KIU) have officially entered into a strategic partnership with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This significant agreement is designed to advance academic collaboration in the fields of applied and social sciences.

The MoU was signed on September 10, 2024, by Prof Dr. Syed Manzoor Ahmed, Pro Vice Chancellor of the University of Gwadar, and Dr. Meer Waheed Akhlaq, Assistant Professor at Karakoram International University. The event was graced by the presence of SSP Gwadar Najeeb Ullah Pandarani and Director ORIC UG Muhammad Irshad Buledi, who attended to witness this momentous occasion.

The agreement marks a significant milestone in fostering cooperation between the two institutions, with a focus on enhancing faculty development and advancing research initiatives. By leveraging each institution’s strengths, the partnership seeks to create new opportunities for scholarly exchange and collaborative projects.

The signing ceremony included a special video message from the Dr, Atta Ullah Shah, Vice Chancellor of Karakoram International University, highlighting the shared vision and goals of the collaboration. The Vice Chancellor’s message underscored this partnership's importance in driving research and academic excellence in the academic fields.

The University of Gwadar and Karakoram International University are committed to contributing to advancing knowledge and research in their respective fields. This MoU signifies the beginning of a productive and mutually beneficial relationship between the two institutions.