DIU Chairman Dr Md Sabur Khan Speaks at IAUP Conference 2026 in Lithuania

Dr Md. Sabur Khan, Founder & Chairman of  Daffodil International University (DIU), participated as a distinguished speaker at the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP) Semi-Annual Conference 2026, held in Vilnius, Lithuania, from April 29 to May 1, 2026.
During the conference, Dr Khan met with Dr Regina Valutytė, Vice Minister of Education, Science and Sport of Lithuania. She previously visited Daffodil International University in 2019 while serving as Vice Rector of Mykolas Romeris University. Their continued engagement reflects a strong and growing academic relationship.
At the event, Dr Khan delivered a keynote presentation titled “Leading with Integrity: Ethical and Inclusive Leadership in a Global Context.” In his address, he highlighted the importance of ethical governance, inclusive leadership, innovation and future-ready education in an evolving global higher education landscape. He also presented the DIU model, focusing on sustainable infrastructure, entrepreneurship development, student-centred policies and international academic collaboration.
As Treasurer-Elect of IAUP, Dr Khan reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening global academic partnerships and positioning Bangladesh as an important hub for international higher education dialogue.
Speaking at the conference, Dr Khan said, “Global collaboration in higher education is essential for building resilient institutions and preparing future generations for the challenges of tomorrow. Daffodil International University remains committed to contributing to this global transformation.”
The IAUP 2026 conference, hosted by Mykolas Romeris University, was held under the theme “Resilient Minds, Innovative Pathways: Universities Leading Global Transformation,” bringing together academic leaders from around the world to discuss ethics, innovation, sustainability and the future of higher education.
A major highlight of the event was the announcement that Daffodil International University will host the IAUP Semi-Annual Conference from 19 to 21 November 2026. This will mark the first time in IAUP’s history that the conference will be held in South Asia.
This milestone positions Bangladesh as an emerging centre for international academic collaboration and further strengthens Daffodil International University’s global presence in higher education.