New Delhi | February 26, 2026: In a significant move to strengthen international academic ties, Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), New Delhi, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Universidad Nacional De San Antonio De Areco (UNSAdA), Argentina.
The agreement, signed on February 18, 2026, aims to foster mutual cooperation, promote academic excellence, and facilitate joint research initiatives between the two prestigious institutions.
Key Highlights of the Partnership
The MoU was signed virtually by Prof. Md. Mahtab Alam Rizvi, Registrar of JMI, and Dr. Jerónimo E. Ainchil, Rector of UNSAdA, under the guidance of JMI Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mazhar Asif.
The collaboration focuses on several core areas of higher education development:
- Faculty & Student Exchange: Promoting cross-cultural learning and staff development.
- Joint Research: Collaborative organization of seminars, international conferences, and workshops.
- Resource Sharing: Exchange of academic data, scientific publications, and intellectual property.
- Professional Training: Executive development programs and advisory services.
Strengthening Indo-Latin American Ties
During the ceremony, Dr. Jerónimo E. Ainchil emphasized that while UNSAdA is a young university located in Argentina’s primary food-producing region, it is deeply committed to internationalization.
“This agreement, born from literature as a meeting point between cultures, goes beyond symbolism,” stated Dr. Ainchil. “It will lead to concrete initiatives such as joint research and interdisciplinary cooperation, strengthening the academic dialogue between India and Latin America.”
Prof. Tanuja, Dean of Academic Affairs at JMI, provided an overview of the university’s diverse departments, while Prof. Noorin Khan (In-charge of Spanish and Latin American Studies) moderated the discussion, highlighting the cultural and intellectual synergy between the two nations.
Distinguished Attendees
The virtual event saw participation from high-ranking officials from both sides:
- From JMI: Prof. Ushvinder Kaur Popli (Dean, International Relations), Prof. Iqtidar Mohd. Khan (Dean, Humanities), Prof. Md. Faizullah Khan (Head, Foreign Languages), and Prof. Saima Saeed (CPRO).
- From UNSAdA: Prof. Maria Elena Babino, Mr. Pablo Rossi (Secretary of International Relations), and Mr. Daniel Chuburru, former Ambassador of Argentina to India.
The partnership marks a new chapter in JMI’s mission to provide its students and faculty with global exposure and cutting-edge research opportunities.
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