Speaking on the occasion, Dr Ramdas Pai, Chancellor, Manipal University and Chairman, Manipal Education & Medical Group, said, 'We are delighted to sign the MoUs with the University of Melbourne and the University of Nottingham, which are not just programmatic, but broad-based in nature. Our clear focus is on transforming Manipal University into a world-class university in all respects, and these relationships will be mutually highly beneficial.' The MoUs also reflect the deep interest & commitment of the University of Melbourne and the University of Nottingham to India. Both these world-class universities bring to the table decades of excellence in academics and research. The MoUs signed today will translate into a number of joint programmes, which will be initially focused on India. Later, based on the experience gained, and mutual agreements, the MoUs will allow for programmes to be extended to other countries that Manipal Education is present in.