Nilai, Negeri Sembilan – 22 September 2025 – MILA University proudly welcomed a high-level delegation from Inspur Enterprise Cloud Technology (Shandong) Co., Ltd., marking a significant step forward in strengthening strategic collaboration in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and digital innovation.
The delegation, led by Mr. Duan Zhigang, Deputy General Manager of Inspur Enterprise Cloud (Shandong) Co., Ltd., was warmly received by Mr. Cao Qi, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of MILA Education (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., along with senior university leaders, reflecting the shared commitment of both institutions to advance smart and sustainable education through technology-driven partnerships.
Exploring Opportunities for Collaboration
In his welcome remarks, Mr. Cao Qi reaffirmed MILA University’s commitment to forging transformative global partnerships that bring real impact to education and industry. He expressed strong optimism that the collaboration with Inspur will not only accelerate MILA’s digital transformation strategy but also position the university as a regional model for smart and sustainable campuses.
Mr. Duan applauded the university’s visionary direction, emphasizing Inspur’s dedication to empowering MILA University through:
- Smart campus solutions that enhance operational efficiency and digital connectivity
- Artificial intelligence applications that enrich teaching, learning, and research outcomes
- Digital innovation initiatives that strengthen institutional resilience and global competitiveness
Together, these efforts aim to elevate MILA’s technological edge, enhance student experiences, and amplify its global reputation as a forward-looking university.
During the session, Mr. Zhao Baoli, Vice President of MILA University, also shared updates on campus infrastructure and ongoing development projects, underscoring the university’s steady progress toward building a future-ready academic environment.
Building on a Strong Foundation
This visit builds upon the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) previously signed between MILA University and Inspur Enterprise Cloud Technology, which serves as the foundation for long-term collaboration. The agreement outlines key areas of cooperation, including:
- Smart campus solutions that integrate technology into everyday campus operations
- Data management and analytics to drive informed decision-making and research advancement
- Green sustainability initiatives that align with MILA’s environmental goals
- Talent development and training to prepare future-ready graduates
- Industry collaboration programs that bridge academic expertise with real-world innovation
- Together, these initiatives aim to accelerate MILA’s journey toward becoming a digital-first, globally connected university.
Inspur’s Global Standing
Recognised as one of China’s leading enterprise cloud and AI solution providers, Inspur Enterprise Cloud Technology has achieved world-leading performance benchmarks in data cloud computing and enterprise storage. The company also holds a top position in China’s government and industry cloud sectors, serving over 200 provincial and municipal institutions.
With its proven expertise in digital transformation and smart campus solutions, Inspur’s collaboration with MILA University reflects a shared commitment to shaping a technology-driven and sustainable education ecosystem, empowering MILA to strengthen its role as a regional leader in digital innovation and academic excellence.
Driving Smart and Sustainable Development
The recent discussions placed strong emphasis on green campus development, with particular focus on energy-saving and emission-reduction initiatives. Through this partnership, MILA University aims to:
- Enhance its smart campus infrastructure
- Advanced sustainable development goals
- Strengthen its brand as a technology-driven, future-ready university
- Provide students with enriched academic and industry-linked experiences
Continuing Global Engagement
This milestone further demonstrates MILA University’s continuous commitment to integrating cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and digital innovation across its academic and operational ecosystem. These focus areas have long been central to MILA’s strategy to ensure students remain competitive and future-ready in a rapidly evolving global market, reflecting the university’s previous engagement with Nanyang Technological University (NTU), where discussions focused on AI, big data, and institutional agility in higher education.
Looking Ahead
This collaboration marks another step forward in MILA University’s journey to becoming a smart, sustainable, and globally connected institution. With Inspur’s expertise and innovation, the university is well-positioned to achieve its vision of academic excellence and digital transformation.
