The Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Owerri, Nigeria, visits the International Campus

2024-10-29

Professor Emeka Oguzie, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria, and Director of the Africa Centre of Excellence in Future Energies and Electrochemical Systems (ACE-FUELS), visited the International Campus on October 28th. Professor LI Hanying, Dean of the International Campus welcomed the guest, and both parties engaged in productive discussions on research collaboration and faculty-student exchange programs.

Professor LI warmly welcomed and provided an overview of Zhejiang University and the International Campus. He emphasized that, given the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Nigeria and the vision to build a high-level China-Nigeria community of shared future, both institutions should capitalize on this opportunity to strengthen international collaboration in green development and the digital economy. He also proposed creating a platform for Sino-African youth exchange to foster deeper cooperation between the two universities.

Professor Oguzie expressed his gratitude for the warm reception and provided an overview of his university. He noted the rich cultural heritage and historical ties between China and Nigeria and expressed his hope for increased collaboration in research and student exchange programs.

During the visit, Professor Oguzie visited the Campus Exhibition Center and ZJUI. He also engaged in discussions with faculty members and students.

Vice Dean QU Haidong, along with representatives from relevant department, participated in the series of activities.

The Federal Republic of Nigeria, one of Africa's largest economies, is a key partner of China. In September 2024, China and Nigeria decided to upgrade their bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership, aiming to build a high-level China-Nigeria community of shared future.

The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) is a top-tier technical university in Africa dedicated to providing high-quality technical education. It has strong expertise in engineering, science, and technology, playing an important role in the training of engineers, scientists, and technical experts.

 

Photography: Office of Planning and Advancement, ZJU-UIUC Institute

Article: ZHAO Kaiyue

Editing: LIU Shuaiyin

Translation: ZHAO Kaiyue

English Editing: WU Bohan

Editing in charge: ZHANG Yi

Reviewer: YANG Yi