Romblon State University and the Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) have formalized their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding yesterday, August 26, at the Dusit Thani Manila Hotel. The event took place during the 8th Association of Universities in Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) Forum on Leadership and Value-Driven Schemes for Higher Education Development.
The MoU, aimed at strengthening cooperative relations between RSU and BPSU, marks a significant milestone in both institutions’ efforts to enhance academic and cultural exchanges. The agreement focuses on mutual assistance in education and research, technology transfer, and the commercialization and localization of scientific advancements. The MoU also outlines various areas of collaboration, including faculty and student exchanges, joint research projects, and the development of customized educational programs. Both institutions have committed to working within their respective national regulations to achieve these goals.
The signing ceremony was among the highlights of the AUAP Forum, which brought together members within the AUAP network to discuss value-driven leadership and the future of higher education in Asia and the Pacific. The partnership between RSU and BPSU is expected to contribute to the regional development of higher education by fostering innovative practices and strengthening ties between the two universities.