From 25 – 27 August 2025, the School of Business and Economics (SBE), Universiti Putra Malaysia, undertook a three-day working visit to Central China Normal University (CCNU), Wuhan, marking another significant step in expanding international collaboration.

During the visit, SBE was introduced to the proposed China-Malaysia Vocational Education Development Centre (CM-VEDC)—a joint initiative designed to advance vocational education, foster academic collaboration, and encourage cultural exchange between Malaysia and China.

Beyond the centre, discussions also explored opportunities for cooperation in Economics and Chinese language studies, aiming to create more impactful research and enriching academic experiences for students and faculty alike.

The visit also included engagements with key institutions and innovation hubs in Wuhan, such as:

• Hubei Humanoid Robot Innovation Centre – the largest humanoid robotics hub in China.
• Meihe Yisi International Education – a vocational training centre specializing in business technology and multimedia communication.
• Voyah Automobile Technology Co. Ltd – a leading automotive manufacturer in Wuhan.
• Wuhan Vocational College of Software and Engineering – a prominent institution in software development and vocational training.
• Industry networking with Hubei HongTai Group – highlighting initiatives in carbon conversion and green transformation.

This initiative marks a milestone in SBE’s internationalisation agenda, laying the foundation for CM-VEDC to emerge as a leading platform for cross-border vocational education, academic excellence, and innovation.

Date of Input: 29/08/2025 | Updated: 29/08/2025 | asyikeen