Pahang Sultan calls for state govt to enhance academic ties with Yarmouk University
In a post on the Kesultanan Pahang Facebook page yesterday, Their Royal Highnesses said that that the academic field encompassed research, as well as Islamic economic innovation, green technology, and sustainable development.
"May it fulfil the aspiration to make Pahang a model developed state based on Maqasid Syariah and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)," the post read.
Al-Sultan Abdullah and Tunku Azizah also extended their congratulations to Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail on being conferred the Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy in Islamic Economics and Banking by Yarmouk University.
Their Royal Highnesses said the award, which was personally presented by Yarmouk University president Prof Dr Islam Massad, was a symbol of cooperation and recognition of Wan Rosdy's efforts and leadership, which had carried the name of the Pahang Government
"Hopefully, the award received will help drive Pahang towards continuous success and create an academic framework that fosters knowledge growth for the benefit of all," said Al-Sultan Abdullah and Tunku Azizah.
Meanwhile, in a post on his official Facebook page, Wan Rosdy conveyed his sincere gratitude to Al-Sultan Abdullah and Tunku Azizah for their congratulatory messages on the award he was honoured with.
He described the award as a great honour not just for himself but also for all members of the state government administration, who have consistently upheld the principles of governance based on Maqasid Syariah and the SDGs. – BERNAMA
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