02/05/2026
Sabur Khan founder and chairman of Daffodil International University (DIU) elevated Bangladesh’s presence in global academia through his participation as a distinguished speaker at the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP) Semi-Annual Conference 2026. The conference was held in Vilnius from April 29 to May 1 and brought together university leaders from across the world.
During the event, Dr. Khan met with Regina Valutytė, Vice Minister of Education, Science, and Sport of Lithuania. Their meeting built upon an existing relationship dating back to 2019, when Dr. Valutytė visited DIU as Vice-Rector of Mykolas Romeris University. This continued engagement reflects a strengthening academic partnership between the two institutions and their respective countries.
Dr. Khan delivered a keynote address titled “Leading with Integrity: Ethical and Inclusive Leadership in a Global Context,” where he emphasized the importance of ethical governance, inclusive leadership, innovation, and future-ready education systems in navigating the evolving global higher education landscape.
He also presented the DIU model, highlighting the university’s achievements in sustainable infrastructure, entrepreneurship development, student-centered policies, and international collaboration. His presentation positioned DIU as a forward-thinking institution aligned with global best practices.
In his capacity as Treasurer-elect of IAUP, Dr. Khan reaffirmed his commitment to fostering stronger global academic partnerships and advancing Bangladesh’s role as a growing hub for international higher education dialogue. He noted that global collaboration is essential for building resilient institutions and preparing future generations to address emerging challenges.
The conference, hosted by Mykolas Romeris University, was organized under the theme “Resilient Minds, Innovative Pathways: Universities Leading Global Transformation,” focusing on critical issues such as ethics, innovation, sustainability, and the future of higher education.
A major highlight of the event was the announcement that DIU will host the next IAUP Semi-Annual Conference from November 19 to 21, 2026. This marks the first time in IAUP’s history that the conference will be held in South Asia—an important milestone that positions Bangladesh as an emerging center for international academic collaboration and further enhances DIU’s global standing.
Here’s a set of SAT and Daffodil International University admission test style reading comprehension questions by Bright Prep
Question 1: Main Idea
Which of the following best states the main idea of the passage?
A. Lithuania is becoming a major hub for global academic conferences.
B. Daffodil International University is expanding its campus infrastructure.
C. Dr. Sabur Khan’s participation in an international conference highlights Bangladesh’s growing role in global higher education.
D. Ethical leadership is the most important issue facing universities today.
Question 2: Evidence-Based
Which detail best supports the answer to Question 1?
A. “Dr. Khan delivered a keynote presentation…”
B. “The IAUP conference… convened academic leaders from around the world…”
C. “Daffodil International University will host the next IAUP Semi-Annual Conference…”
D. “Dr. Valutytė previously visited DIU in 2019…”
Correct Answer: C
(Hosting the next conference—especially as a first in South Asia—demonstrates Bangladesh’s rising global role.)
Question 3: Vocabulary in Context
As used in the passage, the word “underscores” most nearly means:
A. Repeats unnecessarily
B. Highlights or emphasizes
C. Contradicts strongly
D. Ignores completely
Question 4: Inference
What can reasonably be inferred about the relationship between Daffodil International University and Mykolas Romeris University?
A. They are competing institutions with no collaboration
B. They have an ongoing academic partnership
C. One institution financially supports the other
D. Their relationship ended after 2019
Question 5: Author’s Tone
The author’s tone in the passage can best be described as:
A. Critical and skeptical
B. Neutral and detached
C. Positive and celebratory
D. Confused and uncertain
Question 6: Detail-Oriented
What was a key theme of Dr. Sabur Khan’s keynote presentation?
A. Financial management in universities
B. Ethical and inclusive leadership in a global context
C. The history of higher education in Bangladesh
D. Technological challenges in Lithuanian universities
Question 7: Significance
Why is DIU hosting the next IAUP Semi-Annual Conference considered a milestone?
A. It is the first time the conference will focus on sustainability
B. It marks the end of IAUP conferences in Europe
C. It is the first time the event will be held in South Asia
D. It introduces a new leadership structure in IAUP
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