Greenwich University bids farewell to Turkish diplomat

By Iqbal Jamil 

(Pakistan News & Features Services)

Greenwich University warmly bid farewell to Dr Cemal Sangu, an eminent Turkish diplomat and its own alumnus, in a graceful reception held in his honour at its campus in Karachi. 

The event marked a befitting celebration of his academic and diplomatic journey with the university community and significant contributions during his tenure. 

The evening brought together a prestigious gathering of diplomats, dignitaries, and esteemed guests including, Dewanto Priyokusumo, Acting Consul General of Indonesia, Surashete Boontinand, Consul General of Indonesia, Abdullah Jumah Al Harbi, Vice Consul General of Oman, Dr Saeid Talebi Nia, Director Iran Culture Centre, Maher Mjhid Jejan, Consul General of Iraq, Nakagawa Yasushi, Vice Consul General of Japan and Sertan Yuce, Country Head of Turkish Airlines. 

On this occasion, a documentary was screened on Dr Cemal Sangu's visit to the campus followed by an album launch titled ‘Dr Cemal Sangu’s Journey at Greenwich University’ which were warmly applauded by the august gathering. 

In a touching interactive session, the Chancellor of Greenwich University, Seema Moghal, invited faculty, staff, and students to share their experience, anecdotes, and heartfelt moments with Dr Sangu. 

Seema Moghal acknowledged that they felt privileged and honoured for Dr Cemal Sangu having achieved his PhD from their Greenwich University. 

In an emotionally charged address, Dr Cemal Sangu expressed gratitude for the bonds built at the Greenwich University in particular and the hospitality of Pakistan in general. 

He declared feeling proud to be an alumnus of the Greenwich University, one of the leading educational institutions of Pakistan. 

Dr Cemal Sangu reiterated that Pakistan and Turkiye have deep relations a relation of soul to soul and heart to heart. 

The Provost of the Greenwich University, Dr Naveed Moghal, addressing the gathering said that this farewell is not just a goodbye, but a celebration of friendship, collaboration, and shared growth. 

He highlighted that the Greenwich University has a tradition of academic excellence and international collaboration, welcoming global leaders, diplomats, and thinkers who inspire its community, adding that the farewell of Dr Cemal Sangu was a testament to the university’s enduring commitment to fostering cross-cultural connections.