Guizhou, UK to cooperate on international education

Representatives of Guizhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and London Metropolitan University sign a cooperation agreement. [Photo by Guo Jinbiao/People's Daily Online]

A delegation from Southwest China's Guizhou province embarked on a journey to London Metropolitan University for an exchange and dialogue event on April 15.

During the visit, Guizhou University and Guizhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine forged a memorandum of cooperation with London Metropolitan University, marking a significant stride towards internationalizing education.

Lu Yongzheng, member of the Standing Committee of the CPC Guizhou Provincial Committee, head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Guizhou Provincial Committee, and secretary of the Education Work Committee of the CPC Guizhou Provincial Committee, lauded London Metropolitan University for its achievements in talent cultivation and scientific research.

Lu believes that this visit would further enhance exchanges and cooperation in the fields of education and culture between Guizhou and the UK, thereby propelling Sino-British relations towards greater heights.

Guizhou's universities have fostered partnerships with several renowned British universities, engaging in collaborative education, joint training programs, and research initiatives.

These collaborations have not only injected vitality into Guizhou's higher education sector, but also nurtured globally-minded and innovative talents. Lu extended an invitation for London Metropolitan University to visit Guizhou to fully comprehend its charm and educational practices.

Gary Davies, deputy vice-chancellor of London Metropolitan University, said that the university is proud of its diverse and inclusive community, and is willing to participate in future cross-cultural dialogues and collaboration.

He envisioned the visit as paving the way for fruitful cooperation and extended a hearty invitation to more students from Guizhou to study at London Metropolitan University.