Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals focuses on strengthening the means of implementation and revitalizing global partnerships for sustainable development. Western Philippines University advances this goal by building and strengthening partnerships with local and national government agencies, academic institutions, international universities, private organizations, industries, and civil society groups. Through these collaborations, the university facilitates the exchange of knowledge, expertise, technology, and resources to support education, research, innovation, and community development. Its partnerships also create opportunities for joint research, international academic exchanges, faculty and student development, technology transfer, extension services, and capacity-building initiatives. By working with diverse stakeholders, WPU extends the reach and impact of its institutional programs while helping address development challenges in Palawan and beyond. The university further promotes collaboration through participation in academic networks, sustainability initiatives, and international platforms that encourage knowledge sharing and institutional cooperation. These efforts align with SDG 17’s objectives of strengthening multi-stakeholder partnerships, promoting international cooperation, facilitating access to knowledge and technology, and mobilizing resources and expertise in support of sustainable development.
Our initiatives
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WPU, UTP-Malaysia Partner for Clean Water, Culture, Community in Palawan
Western Philippines University (WPU) welcomed a delegation from Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP), Malaysia, for a week-long collaboration focused on technology, culture, and community development from April 25 to 30, 2025. The visit brought together students and faculty from both universities and was made possible through the efforts of the WPU Internationalization and External Affairs Office,… Read more
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WPU Joins Global Education Conclave 2025 in India
President Dr. Amabel S. Liao headed the Western Philippines University (WPU) delegation joining education leaders from around the world at the Global Education Conclave 2025 held in Mohali, India from March 29 to 31. The event was hosted by the Chandigarh Group of Colleges–Mohali and gathered participants from over 50 countries. This year’s theme was… Read more
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WPU Strengthens Ties with Universitas Ahmad Dahlan-Indonesia for Sustainability Projects, Global Collaboration
Western Philippines University (WPU), through the Internationalization and External Affairs Office, proudly welcomed esteemed delegates from Universitas Ahmad Dahlan-Indonesia (UAD) from February 24 to 26, 2025. This visit marked a significant step toward strengthening collaboration and expanding global partnerships in academic, research, and sustainability endeavors. One of the event’s highlights was formalizing institutional ties between… Read more
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WPU-ATBI: Empowering Local Farmers through African Catfish Production Training
The Western Philippines University- Agricultural Technology Business Incubator (WPU-ATBI), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture-Regional Field Office MIMAROPA (DA-RFO MIMAROPA) under the PALAMAYANAN Project, facilitated the African Catfish Production Training on February 21, 2025, at Barn’s Catfish Hatchery in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. This training is part of WPU-ATBI’s continuing effort to support the… Read more
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Empowering Isaub’s Women to Transform Meat into Opportunity
Isaub, Aborlan (Palawan) – January 28, 2025.A new flavor of empowerment is cooking in Barangay Isaub. The women of the Rural Improvement Club (RIC) have stepped into the world of meat processing through a bold and exciting initiative: “Oh My Meat – Hayop sa Sarap!” extension program. Supported by Western Philippines University (WPU) through the… Read more
