The Government of Karnataka, led by Hon’ble Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Liverpool to foster greater collaboration in research and innovation, education cooperation, and the formation of a joint working group to drive this partnership forward. The Karnataka government was represented at the ceremony by Hon’ble Minister of Large and Medium Scale Industries MB Patil, Dr. S. Selvakumar, IAS – Principal Secretary to Government, Department of Commerce and Industries, and Smt. Gunjan Krishna, IAS – Commissioner for Industrial Development, Department of Industries and Commerce.
The MoU signing ceremony, held in the presence of Hon’ble Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, marks a significant step in enhancing Karnataka’s global academic and research partnerships.
This collaboration aims to advance knowledge exchange, facilitate academic mobility, and support joint research initiatives that benefit institutions and industry stakeholders. The agreement was formalized with the participation of key dignitaries, including Janaka Pushpanathan, Director, British Council Division, British Deputy High Commission; James Godber, Deputy Head of Mission, British Deputy High Commission; Professor Tim Jones, Vice-Chancellor, University of Liverpool; and Professor Tariq Ali, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement and Partnerships, University of Liverpool.
The partnership sets the path for expanded research and development projects, student and faculty exchange programmes, and stronger industry-academic ties. It underscores Karnataka’s commitment to developing worldwide collaboration in higher education and innovation, bolstering its status as a knowledge and technology hub.
The signing of this MoU comes ahead of the Global Investors Meet (GIM), Invest Karnataka 2025, which is slated for February 12-14, 2025, with an opening event on February 11, 2025. The event will promote Karnataka’s investment potential and cooperation prospects in various fields, including education, research, and industry relationships.
With Karnataka preparing to host Invest Karnataka 2025, the MoU paves the way for increased international involvement and demonstrates the state’s commitment to creating high-impact partnerships in education and research.
The University of Liverpool is an ambitious, forward-thinking, and innovative university that aims to make a difference in the world that individuals live in. The University’s mission is to use effective strategies to improve lives and create a more equitable world. Its strategic approach defines what is crucial in achieving its long-term goals. It helps it sketch out how to get together through world-class education and research, partnerships, and effective recruitment.
