On June 15, a delegation led by Datuk Huang Chuanfa, founder and Chairman of UCSI University, visited Jimei University (JMU). Secretary of the CPC Jimei University Committee and Vice President Yang Shenhua met with the guests, accompanied by heads from the Department of International Cooperation and Exchange and the Overseas Education College.
Yang welcomed the delegation and introduced the university’s history and distinctive strengths. He noted that the University founder Mr. Tan Kah Kee is highly respected in Malaysia, and highlighted JMU’s advantages in marine-related disciplines. He proposed launching joint student training programs, including a "1+2+1" model, building on UCSI’s excellence in performing arts, business, and media communications.
Dato' Huang praised JMU’s internationalization achievements and expressed UCSI’s strong commitment to comprehensive, multi-level cooperation. He also paid tribute to Tan Kah Kee’s educational vision and contributions.
During the visit, the delegation toured the university museum and visited the Music College and the Overseas Education College.
Founded in 1986, UCSI University is one of Malaysia’s first accredited private universities. Ranked 269th in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, it has campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, and Springhill, and enjoys international renown in performing arts, music, and business management.