AIUB Delegation Pays Courtesy Visit to the President of Bangladesh

A delegation from American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) paid a courtesy visit to Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh and Chancellor of AIUB, at Bangabhaban on Monday, November 9, 2026.

The delegation comprised Dr. Hasanul A. Hasan, Founder Member and Chairman of the Board of Trustees; Professor Dr. Saiful Islam, Vice Chancellor; Mr. Ishtiaque Abedin, Founder Member and Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees; Ms. Nadia Anwar, Founder Member of the Board of Trustees; and Ms. Shania Mahia Abedin, Member of the Board of Trustees.

During the meeting, President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir remarked that the country's education system, along with various democratic institutions, had experienced setbacks over the past one and a half decades. He noted that the present government was working to rebuild the education system and strengthen other democratic institutions.

Professor Dr. Saiful Islam briefed the President on AIUB's academic programs, research activities and overall academic performance. The delegation also highlighted the university's international rankings and recent achievements in this regard.

The delegation members apprised the President of various challenges facing the university and its institutional needs. In response, the President assured them that appropriate initiatives would be considered to address the issues raised.

Professor Dr. Saiful Islam also formally invited the President, in his capacity as Chancellor of AIUB, to attend the university's 24th Convocation. The President graciously accepted the invitation and assured the delegation that he would attend the ceremony.

The President's Military Secretary, Secretary and Press Secretary were also present at the meeting.