Twenty-four accomplished Bangladeshis were honored at the 'Bangladeshi Excellence Award in Malaysia 2026', organized by the Dhaka University Alumni Association Malaysia (DUAAM) in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday. The event recognized outstanding contributions in education, research, leadership, women’s empowerment, and community development among the Bangladeshi diaspora.

According to the organizers, the initiative aims to acknowledge the positive global contributions of Bangladeshis and strengthen the country’s image internationally. The ceremony featured recognition for top-cited scientists, university professors, and researchers from around the world. Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to Malaysia, Md. Monjurul Karim Khan Chowdhury, attended as chief guest and congratulated the awardees, emphasizing that their achievements enhance Bangladesh’s global reputation.

Awards were presented in four categories: nine in Academic Excellence, nine in Student Excellence, four in Women Empowerment, and two in Community Engagement. Guests from various Malaysian states including Kuantan, Kelantan, Johor Bahru, Malacca, Sabah, Sarawak, and Penang attended the event, which was described as a milestone for the Bangladeshi community abroad.