MU Students' Research Papers Accepted for Prestigious International Conference in Nepal

Driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a passion for global academic contribution, students of Metropolitan University (MU), a leading private university in Bangladesh, have once again proven their academic excellence on the international stage. Following a series of national successes, three separate research papers authored by MU students have been selected for presentation at a prestigious international conference in Kathmandu, Nepal.

According to the Metropolitan University Research Society (MURS), the papers will be officially presented at the “International Conference on Constitutional Crisis and Constitutionalism”, jointly organized by Tribhuvan University (Nepal) and South Asian University on June 20–21, 2026.

The selected research papers from MU address critical contemporary global issues:

1. "Security Forces at the Crossroads: Their Dual Role in Toppling Regimes and Shaping New Constitutions in Bangladesh and Nepal" – Co-authored by Shahriar Alam Mehdi Tarafder and Md. Tarek Mia, this study analyzes the geopolitical and constitutional roles of security forces in the political landscapes of Bangladesh and Nepal.

2. "AI-Driven Automated Decision-Making and Access to Due Process in Complex Legal Systems" – Co-authored by Shahriar Alam Mehdi Tarafder and Shahidur Rahman Shakib, this paper explores the implications, opportunities, and challenges of integrating artificial intelligence into complex legal processes.

3. "Gen-Z–led Protest Movements across South Asia" – Authored by Shah Fazle Elahi, Rohana Rahman Mila, Nurah Shahid Joarder, and Mridula Upoma Shruti, this research highlights the dynamic impact of youth-led movements on constitutional crises and democratic governance across South Asia.

In a statement, MURS expressed that this achievement is a tangible reflection of the students' long-term dreams, perseverance, and relentless hard work. University faculty members noted that the selection of such high-impact topics demonstrates the students' global perspective and advanced research capabilities, hoping it will inspire more students to pursue academic research.

This milestone was reached under the visionary leadership, inspiration, and consistent support of the University’s Founder and Chairman Emeritus, Dr. Toufique Rahman Chowdhury, and the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Tanveer Rahman Chowdhury. Furthermore, the academic guidance of MURS President and Associate Professor Md. Saidur Rahman Palash, along with dedicated research supervisors, played a vital role in this success. This international participation brings great pride to Metropolitan University and serves as a bright showcase of Bangladeshi youth talent on the world stage.