Semarang, Indonesia — Wednesday, April 15, 2026 — Universitas Diponegoro (UNDIP) officially hosted a delegation from Bursa Uludağ University (Türkiye) for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a new chapter in international academic cooperation. The event took place at the UNDIP Rectorate Building.
The occasion was attended by the Rector of Universitas Diponegoro, Prof. Dr. Suharnomo, S.E., M.Si., together with Vice Rector IV, Wijayanto, S.IP., M.Si., Ph.D., both reaffirming the institution’s commitment to expanding global partnerships in education and research.
Also present were Pulung Widhi Hari Hananto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Deputy Director of Partnerships and Global Connectivity, and Abdul Rohman, S.Hum., representing the Diponegoro International Office. Their participation highlighted UNDIP’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its international network and collaborative initiatives.
Representing Bursa Uludağ University were Mehmet Öztürk, B.Eng., CEO of Mertay Makina; Prof. Dr. Kadir Cavdar, a lecturer at the university; and David Setiadhi, Ph.D., a student affiliated with Bursa Uludağ University.
The MoU establishes a foundation for cooperation across multiple areas, including joint research, academic exchanges, student mobility programs, and collaborative scholarly work. More than a formal agreement, this partnership reflects a shared commitment to fostering long-term collaboration built on mutual trust, academic excellence, and innovation.
Both institutions expressed optimism that the collaboration will not only enhance the quality of education and research, but also create meaningful global exposure for students and faculty members. Through this partnership, Universitas Diponegoro and Bursa Uludağ University aim to develop impactful programs, encourage cross-border knowledge exchange, and address global challenges through interdisciplinary research.
This collaboration ultimately underscores a joint vision to strengthen international engagement and contribute to the advancement of higher education in an increasingly interconnected world.