Dhaka, May 12 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called on universities to focus not only on pedagogical education, but also on research and innovation.

"The University Grants Commission has organised this day-long workshop today. I believe it is very timely. From the discussions held so far, an important question has emerged: are our universities able to maintain global standards in education and research? Sadly, the reality is that in the 21st century, our universities have still not reached the desired level in world-renowned university rankings in terms of excellence in education, research, and knowledge," he said.

The prime minister said this while talking at the inaugural ceremony of a workshop organised by the University Grants...