American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) hosted a special event titled "Let’s Talk with the EU Ambassador," featuring face-to-face discussions on pressing issues between the university’s students and the EU envoy Michael Miller on its campus on Tuesday.

Themed “EU-Bangladesh Relations in a Changing World: Youth Perspectives on Partnership and Progress,” the event provided an engaging platform for AIUB's students and faculty members from various departments to join a discussion with the EU ambassador, says a press release issued Wednesday.

Key topics discussed included Education and Skills Development, Climate Action and Green Transition, Governance, Democracy and Human Rights, as well as Global Security and Contemporary Challenges. Following the roundtable, the AIUB Performing Arts Club (APAC) honoured the EU Ambassador with a special performance.

Also present at the event was Jui Chakma, programme manager for TVET and Erasmus+ at the EU Delegation to Bangladesh. Jui shared valuable insights into the wide array of opportunities available under the Erasmus+ scholarship program, the press release noted.

The event was also graced by the university’s top leadership, including Nadia Anwar, founder member and chairman of the Board of Trustees; Ishtiaque Abedin, founding member of the Board of Trustees; Shania Abedin, member of the Board of Trustees; Prof Dr Saiful Islam, vice chancellor; Prof Dr Md. Abdur Rahman, pro-vice chancellor; Gp Capt (Retd) Dr Mohammad Zahidul Islam Khan, registrar; and Dr SAM Manzur H Khan, proctor as well as deans, associate deans, directors, and others senior officials.

During the official meeting with Michael Miller, key topics for future collaboration between AIUB and the European Union were discussed, including on expanding academic cooperation through greater participation in Erasmus+, Horizon Europe, and Jean Monnet programs. Discussions also focused on two-way student and faculty mobility; strengthened collaboration on climate and research via joint platforms for sustainability and environmental law; reducing barriers to mobility and deepening of cultural and educational ties.

“This event highlighted AIUB’s ongoing commitment to fostering global academic relations and providing a platform for youth engagement on international policy and cooperation,” the press release concluded.