Chanakya University hosted Mr. Ewout de Wit, Consul General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, for an academic interaction with students, research scholars, and Chanakya Fellows as part of its ongoing global engagement initiatives. The visit followed Mr. de Wit’s earlier engagement with the University in August 2025 and reflected a sustained commitment to fostering international academic dialogue.
The session was jointly coordinated by the Global Engagement Office and the Chanakya Fellowship in Social Sciences, and was designed as an interactive academic dialogue. Mr. de Wit provided an overview of the institutional role of the Consulate General, followed by a discussion shaped by student and faculty inquiries.
Students and scholars engaged critically with the themes, contributing informed perspectives and questions that facilitated nuanced discussion on global governance, security, and international cooperation. Drawing on his extensive diplomatic experience, Mr. de Wit offered analytical insights into international policy processes and diplomatic practice.
The interaction further strengthened academic and institutional ties between Chanakya University and the Consulate of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, underscoring shared interests in academic exchange, cross-cultural understanding, and global citizenship education. The event reaffirmed Chanakya University’s role as a platform for informed engagement on global affairs.
