Daffodil International University Co-Hosts 38th AUAP Annual Conference in Hungary

Daffodil International University (DIU) is proudly co-hosting the 38th Annual Conference of the Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) at Hungaricum Liget Hotel, Hungary, on November 9–10, 2026.

Bringing together representatives from 17 universities across 16 countries, the conference provides an international platform for academic leaders to exchange ideas, strengthen institutional partnerships, and explore emerging trends in higher education. This year's theme, “Reimagining Higher Education in the Age of AI: Innovation, Inclusion, and Impact for a Sustainable Future,” highlights the growing role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of global education.

A three-member DIU delegation, led by Dr. Md. Sabur Khan, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Trustees, is participating in the conference. Dr. Khan delivered a keynote address titled “Building Human-Centered, Entrepreneurial, and Sustainable Universities in the Age of AI.”

In his address, Dr. Khan emphasized the importance of embracing artificial intelligence while preserving human values, fostering entrepreneurial thinking, and promoting sustainability. He highlighted the need for universities to move beyond conventional education models and develop inclusive, innovation-driven ecosystems that prepare graduates to become problem-solvers, entrepreneurs, and responsible global leaders.

DIU's participation and co-hosting of this international conference reflect its commitment to strengthening global academic collaboration and contributing to forward-looking discussions on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the sustainable transformation of higher education.