Dhaka University (DU) Vice Chancellor Prof Dr AAMS Arefin Siddique will be conferred the prestigious Commander of the Spanish Order of Civil Merit award today for his outstanding contribution in enriching civil virtues in Bangladesh.
Spanish Ambassador in Dhaka Arturo Perez Martinez on behalf of Spanish King Juan Carlos will award Prof Arefin in a brief ceremony at his official residence on DU campus.
Foreign Minister Dr Dipu Moni will attend the function as the chief guest.
Prof Arefin was selected for the award for his role in establishing peace, progress and stability in society by mobilising civil society leaders' opinion for democracy during the 35 years of academic career in DU.