On 14 October 2026, Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) renewed its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Newcastle University, United Kingdom, to strengthen academic collaboration and international exchange.

The partnership dates back to July 2018. The renewed MoU was signed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhang Ying, Vice President of XMUM, and Prof. Dr. Li Li, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Global of Newcastle University. The ceremony was witnessed by Prof. Dr. Wang Peiming, Director of the MBA Centre at XMUM, and Prof. Dr. Dennis Wong, Regional Provost and Group CEO (East and Southeast Asia) at Newcastle University.

The MoU provides a framework for collaboration in student exchange and progression, academic staff exchange, joint research and academic activities. During the meeting, both parties discussed ways to attract more students to participate in the partnership and expand opportunities for student mobility and academic exchange.

Prof. Dennis also invited XMUM MBA students to participate in an educational visit to the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, offering opportunities to learn about regional economic development, business opportunities and cross-border cooperation.