Universiti Muhammadiyah Malaysia expands Southeast Asian academic cooperation

Universiti Muhammadiyah Malaysia (UMAM) is expanding its international cooperation with higher education institutions in Southeast Asia to facilitate the sharing of expertise, knowledge, and research resources. During the inauguration ceremony of the UMAM Chancellor at the Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara (UMSU) in Medan, Raja Muda Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, emphasized that these steps strengthen the university's role as a responsive institution and serve as a bridge for friendship between Malaysia and Indonesia.

In a related academic event, the International Conference on Next-Generation Digital Technology 2026 concluded at the UMSU main campus. Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail addressed the conference, stating that advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) must be guided by ethics, human values, and social responsibility. He noted that technology should act as a facilitator to expand opportunities for youth and marginalized communities across sectors such as education, health, and the economy.