NSU VC delivers keynote at international conference in China

North South University (NSU) Vice-Chancellor Prof Abdul Hannan Chowdhury has delivered the keynote address at an international conference organised by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in Xiamen, China.

He delivered the keynote at a session titled “The Ocean Economy and Future Investment: Financing an Inclusive Blue Frontier” at the Future Investment Conference 2026.

The conference brings together policymakers, institutional investors, technology innovators and industry leaders from different countries to discuss ways to make international investment more effective in achieving sustainable growth.

The conference is being organised in partnership with UNCTAD, China’s Ministry of Commerce and the Xiamen Municipal Government as part of the China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT).

At the conference, Prof Abdul Hannan Chowdhury proposed an initiative titled the “Blue Inclusive Finance Initiative”, comprising four key pillars -- a blue microfinance facility, a blended blue carbon and impact fund, technology partnerships and joint academic programmes.

The initiative aims to foster effective collaboration among universities, development finance institutions and technology partners.

Through his participation in the international conference, Prof Chowdhury highlighted NSU’s commitment and active engagement in global issues including sustainable development, inclusive finance, climate resilience, innovation and social impact.