The 5th Dalian Maritime University International Student Forum, titled “Study at DMU, Advancing for the Blue Dream” was successfully held on December 15. Designed as a platform for international students in China to present their experiences and engage in dialogue, the forum centered on three themes: “My Journey at DMU”, “My Bond with the Belt and Road Initiative”, and “My Vision for Sustainable Transport”. It showcased the growth stories of international students in the new era, both at the university and in China.

The event attracted numerous submissions. Following a rigorous review, 15 essays were selected. Fourteen authors presented their work on stage, sharing academic reflections, insights into the Belt and Road Initiative, and outlooks on sustainable transport, highlighting shared aspirations from diverse cultural perspectives.

After comprehensive evaluation, three first prizes, five second prizes, and seven third prizes were awarded. Mr. Liu Shaoman, Director of the International Students’ Education Center, presented the awards. He encouraged the winners to continue striving as ambassadors of cultural exchange and advocates for sustainable development. The winning entries will be included in the forum’s proceedings.

----------------------------------------------

“学在海大、筑梦深蓝——第五届大连海事大学来华留学生论坛”获奖名单

Award Winners of “Study at DMU, Advancing for the Blue Dream

--The 5th Dalian Maritime University International Students Forum”

一等奖/1st Prize：

RAZA AHMAD （李现） from Pakistan, Master’s degree student majoring in Law.

Topic: Sailing Toward a Shared Future, My Belt and Road Story at DMU.

HOSEN IQBAL（浩森） from Bangladesh, Master’s degree student majoring in Information and Communication Engineering.

Topic: From the Rivers of Bangladesh to the Seas of Innovation.

ADEEL MUHAMMAD （艾迪尔） from Pakistan, Master’s degree student majoring in Computer Science and Technology.

Topic: From Port City to Classroom: How Studying at DMU Shaped My Maritime Mindset, A reflective journey on academic growth, skills gained, and future goals at DMU.

二等奖/2nd Prize：

ISLAM MD TOHIDUL （涂新达） from Bangladesh, Master’s degree student majoring in Computer Science and Technology.

Topic: Navigating the Digital Silk Road: A Bangladeshi Student’s Journey at Dalian Maritime University.

TALHA AHMAD （俊浩宇） from Pakistan, PhD student majoring in Law.

Topic: Fulfilling the Human Right to a Healthy Environment By Sustainable Transportation Infrastructure.

NOOR SEHLA （嘉丽） from Pakistan, PhD student majoring in Law.

Topic: A Journey of Growth, Culture, and Global Academic Discovery

DANANG CAHYAGI （丹戈） from Indonesia, PhD student majoring in Marine Engineering.

Topic: Reviewing the Progress of the Maritime Silk Road Initiative and Its Impact on ASEAN Regional Economy.

JAYASINGHE ARACHCHIGE ASITHA INDRAJA （珞安） from Sri Lanka, Master’s degree student majoring in Marine Engineering.

Topic: A Practical Perspective on Maritime Challenges and Opportunities in South Asia (Sri Lanka & Maldives) through the Lens of China’s Maritime Leadership.

三等奖/3rd Prize：

BALOCH IQRA （白洛冉） from Pakistan, Master’s degree student majoring in Computer Science and Technology.

Topic: A Journey of Courage, Growth, and a Dream Realized.

NOOR SEHLA （嘉丽） from Pakistan, PhD student majoring in Law.

Topic: The Role of International Students in Shaping the Future of Belt and Road Projects.

JAWERIA （洁白） from Pakistan, Master’s degree student majoring in Law.

Topic: Sustainable Transportation in the Era of global connectivity Challenges, innovations and future pathways.

SARDAR TAYYABA （瑷菡） from Pakistan, Master’s degree student majoring in Business Administration.

Topic: The Infrastructure Developments and Women-led Enterprises in BRI Frameworks.

JAN SUMAIRA AMEER （苏梅拉） from Pakistan, Master’s degree student majoring in Computer Science and Technology.

Topic: Across the Sea, I Found DMU.

AALAM NOSHEEN （诺辛） from Pakistan, Master’s degree student majoring in Computer Science and Technology.

Topic: The Belt and Road Initiative and Inclusive Global Development-A Dalian Maritime University Perspective.

WEERASINGHE MUDIYANSELAGE SACHINI KALPANA WEERASINGHE （琪兰） from Sri Lanka, Master’s degree student majoring in Logistics Engineering and Management.

Topic: Forecasting Potential Strategies For Hambantota Port in Sri Lanka to Improve the Efficiency of the BRI (Belt and Road Initiative).