Board of Governors UGM Forum 2026 Brings University Leaders and Industry Experts Together in Melaka
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Source: Universiti Geomatika Malaysia · August 17, 2026 at 7:31 AM · AI-assisted report

KUALA LUMPUR, 17 AUGUST 2026 —
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MELAKA, Aug 15 (Reuters) – The Board of Governors UGM Forum 2026, held at AMES Hotel in Melaka, convened university leaders, industry experts and academics for a day of strategic discussions aimed at strengthening collaboration between academia and the private sector.
Market Impact
The event, organized by Universiti Geomatika Malaysia (UGM), featured keynote sessions led by prominent figures including Prof. Datuk Dr. Sr. Mohaizi Mohamad, President of Geomatika Edugroup Sdn. Bhd., who addressed the future direction of UGM and strategic leadership.
Other speakers included Tuan Hairil Azli Mt Husin of Koperasi Belia Islam Malaysia (KBI), who discussed healthcare development and the UGM Hospital Initiative, and Datuk Wira Dr. Hajah Radhuana Salleh, who spoke on food supply chain management systems.
Additional sessions covered international business, led by Prof. Adj. Datuk Lim Sue Beng, and exponential leadership and strategic development, presented by Prof. Adj. Dato’ Dr. Norsabrina Mohd Noor. The programme also included discussions on the halal industry, entrepreneurship strategies and high-level business collaboration, reflecting a broad focus on practical industry-academia integration.
Speakers such as Prof. Dr. Noriah binti Ramli from the International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART) highlighted the role of academic expertise in global halal consultancy, while Prof. Adj. Fauziah Mohamed Amin, Chairman of Pertubuhan Ikatan Pembangunan Usahawan Malaysia, addressed entrepreneurship development strategies. The final session, delivered by Tuan Mohd Azamanizam Baharon, President of Persatuan Pedagang dan Pengusaha Melayu Malaysia, emphasized business partnerships and collaboration.
The forum concluded with a Certificate of Appreciation session, recognizing participants’ contributions to knowledge sharing and professional networking. UGM described the event as a platform to foster innovation, education and business development through cross-sector dialogue.
Malaysia Market Impact The forum underscored the growing emphasis on industry-academia partnerships in Malaysia, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, food supply chains and the halal industry. With participation from leading organizations including KBI, INHART and local entrepreneurship bodies, the event highlighted opportunities for knowledge transfer and strategic alignment between educational institutions and industry players.
Sector and Company Specifics Key organizations represented included Geomatika Edugroup Sdn. Bhd., Koperasi Belia Islam Malaysia (KBI), INHART and Pertubuhan Ikatan Pembangunan Usahawan Malaysia. Speakers represented diverse sectors, from education and healthcare to food security and halal industry development, reflecting Malaysia’s focus on integrated economic growth.
Outlook The Board of Governors UGM Forum 2026 signals a continued push for collaborative initiatives between universities and industry in Malaysia. Such forums are expected to play a role in shaping future policies, fostering innovation and supporting the country’s economic diversification agenda. Further details on follow-up actions or policy recommendations were not immediately available.
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