5^th Annual International Conference and Global Summit (AICGS-2026)

In an era defined by rapid change and global interconnectedness, AICGS 2026 emerges as a dynamic platform where leading universities unite to deliver real-world impact through meaningful academic partnerships. The 5th edition of the conference moves the conversation decisively forward - from exploring internationalisation to actively delivering on it.

AICGS 2026 highlights the power of global synergy in co-creating academic futures that are inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking. It invites educators, researchers, and policymakers to ask the fundamental question: are our global partnerships truly delivering? Through engaging dialogues, research presentations, collaborative workshops, and partner-led sessions, delegates will explore strategies to deepen cross-cultural understanding, harness digital transformation, and build sustainable partnerships that go beyond signatures.

Building on the success of AICGS 2025 - with 75+ delegates from 50+ universities across 25 countries - this year’s summit promises an even more impactful experience. Together, let’s move beyond borders and build futures that are connected, dynamic, and full of endless possibilities.

Summit Programme

AICGS 2026 is structured as a three-day partner-days summit — shifting from passive conference to active collaboration, where every delegate leaves with commitments, not just conversations.

12th October 2026 to 14th October 2026

• Partnership Summit Day A full-day conference centred on the theme “Connected Futures.” Keynote addresses by global university leaders, high-level panel discussions, MOU signings, and the unveiling of the Partnership Impact Pledge. Concludes with a festive welcome dinner.
• Collaboration Labs Interactive sessions within various faculties and schools at LPU. Partner-led workshops where each institution shares a best practice or innovation. Deep-dive sessions on double degrees, credit transfer frameworks, joint research, and digital internationalisation. Bilateral one-on-one meetings scheduled throughout the day.
  Interactions with international credit-transfer and semester exchange students. A vibrant Education Fair open to all LPU students and faculty
• Culture, Students & Closing Cultural immersion showcasing the richness of Indian traditions.

See highlights from past editions:

• 2025: Glimpses of AICGS-4: Pioneering Global Academic Exchange
• 2024: Glimpses of AICGS-3: Expanding Connections, Inspiring Minds
• 2023: Glimpses of AICGS-2: Strengthening Global Collaborations
• 2022: Glimpses of AICGS-1: The Beginning of Global Conversations

Join us at AICGS 2026 to be part of a vibrant community committed to pioneering global academic exchange and shaping the future of higher education.