University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, represented by Mr. Khalid Baddou, Chief of Staff and Director of Institutional Affairs, participated in the 3rd U7+ Presidential Delegates Meeting, held on the 26th and the 27th of January at Tohoku University in Sendai, Japan.
The meeting brought together senior representatives from global universities to advance the U7+ Alliance’s work on international issues, strengthen institutional collaboration, and prepare for the April 2026 Presidential Summit in Paris. Discussions addressed the geopolitical context, engagement with national governments, and universities’ contribution to evidence-based public policy.
Mr. Baddou took part in the working group on the Social Role of Universities, where he underscored the responsibility of universities, particularly in the Global South, to serve as catalysts for inclusive development, social innovation, and knowledge transfer with tangible societal impact.
His intervention emphasized UM6P’s vision of an engaged, solution-oriented university that connects research excellence with the public good, reinforcing the institution’s commitment to science diplomacy and the U7+ Alliance’s shared mission to tackle global challenges through higher education and research collaboration.