In a significant move to advance international scientific cooperation, Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), Tandojam, and the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnologies (IMBB) operating under the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish long-term collaboration in agricultural research and biotechnology. The signing ceremony, held at the University’s Senate Hall, and was formally signed by Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal, Vice Chancellor of SAU, and Prof. Dr. Irada Huseynova, Director General of IMBB. National and international experts expressed that the climate change, water scarcity, and the lack of sustainable pest management pose serious threats to agriculture across Pakistan, including the province of Sindh. These concerns were echoed during the 2nd International Conference on Plant Protection Sciences (ICPPS-2025), held at Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), Tandojam. The two-day event concluded with a strong call to promote research on eco-friendly biocontrol agents, nanoparticles, and botanical extracts to address the pressing agricultural challenges faced by the country. A large number of students, experts, and farmers also took part in the sessions and exhibitions. At the conclusion of the conference, shields and awards were presented to the experts, speakers, and participants in recognition of their contributions. In his inaugural address, SAU Vice Chancellor, Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal highlighted the severe challenges facing Sindh, especially the acute water scarcity exacerbated by the adverse effects of climate change on crops. He pointed out that climate change has led to a more than 35% loss in agricultural production due to pest infestations and disease outbreaks. Furthermore, he raised concerns over Pakistan’s annual import of approximately 37,000 metric tons of agricultural chemicals and pesticides, which poses a growing threat to the environment and agriculture.
The conference was attended by Professor Dr. Abdul Malik Tareen, Vice Chancellor of Lasbela University, and Professor Dr. Rafiq Meman, Vice Chancellor of the University of Mirpurkhas, as well as international delegations including Prof. Dr. Zhou Zongshan and Dr. Cong Jianlin from China, Dr. Anis Syahirah Mokhtar from Malaysia, and Dr. Aynura Pashayeva from Azerbaijan, with virtual participation from scholars across Italy, Egypt, Sudan, Thailand, and FAO-UN, while researchers from Italy, Egypt, Sudan, Thailand, and the FAO also participated online.
A high-level Indonesian delegation, led by Acting Consul General Mr. Teguh Wiwiek and Dr. Ahmad Syofyan, Consul for Economic Affairs, visited Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tandojam to explore avenues for joint research and technical collaboration. The delegation reviewed the progress of the SAU-DALDA Oil Palm Pilot Project experimental plantation at the university’s Latif Experimental Farm and engaged in discussions with SAU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal and other senior faculty members. The delegation included Dewanto Priyokusumo, Adi Pranajaya, Renaldi Putra, and Mrs. Barkha Salman from Indonesia’s economic affairs team.
Agricultural experts from national and international research and educational institutions, along with progressive farmers, have expressed serious concerns over the alarming impacts of climate change, water scarcity, and drought, particularly in Sindh. They emphasized the need to enhance farmers' access to climate-resilient crops, short-duration varieties, and efficient water-use technologies through training and collaborative research among institutions.
These views were expressed by national and international experts during the inaugural session of the two-day International Conference on "Data-Driven Social Change – 2025," on Wednesday, hosted by the Information Technology Center of Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tandojam in collaboration with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). Vice Chancellor of SAU, Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal, emphasized the importance of utilizing data as a powerful tool to empower experts and drive national development through sustainable resources. He pointed out that Pakistan lags behind developed nations in agricultural technology integration, stressing the need for data-driven reporting applications and precision agriculture solutions.
SAU and Shahed University Tehran Sign MoU to Enhance Academic and Research Collaboration. Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tandojam has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Iran’s prestigious Shahed University Tehran to strengthen collaboration in education, research, and innovation. As part of this agreement, 10 students from SAU will receive fully funded scholarships for higher education in Tehran, with 50% of the scholarships reserved for female students, while both institutions will jointly undertake research projects in agriculture, social sciences, and agricultural engineering.
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