Jamia Millia Islamia suspends academic MOUs with Turkish institutions citing national security
PTC Web Desk: Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), a prominent central university in New Delhi, has officially suspended all Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Turkish institutions, citing national security concerns amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.
In an official statement issued on Thursday, JMI declared the immediate suspension of all MoUs with organisations affiliated with the Government of the Republic of Türkiye. The move comes in light of Turkey’s reported support for Pakistan, including supplying drones and arms during its recent military standoff with India.
“Due to national security considerations, any MoU between Jamia Millia Islamia and institutions affiliated with the Turkish government stands suspended with immediate effect. Jamia Millia Islamia stands firmly with the Nation,” the university said.
Public Relations Officer Prof. Saima Saeed confirmed the development, adding that the university supports the Government of India’s stance amid current geopolitical tensions.
The move follows similar decisions by other Indian institutions. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) recently suspended its agreement with Inonu University in Turkey, with Vice-Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit citing Ankara’s pro-Pakistan position as “unacceptable.” Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) in Hyderabad also terminated its MoU with the Yunus Emre Institute, which promoted Turkish language education.
- With inputs from agencies
