Riga Technical University (RTU) has become a member of the Magna Charta Universitatum. The signing of the Charter was held on 18 September at the University of Salamanca, Spain. The Charter was signed by RTU Vice-Rector for Strategic Development Artūrs Zeps.
By signing the Charter, the university undertakes to follow the principles set out in the Charter:
Accession to the Charter confirms that RTU is an international university based on European values, which seeks to broaden the integration of the science and study process, placing greater emphasis on the inclusion of strategic values in RTU activities and international co-operation.
The solemn signing of the Charter took place at its annual conference, which coincided with the 800th anniversary of the University of Salamanca. The King and Queen of Spain, the Rector of the University of Bologna, the President of the Magna Charta Universitatum and representatives of other universities attended the solemn ceremony.
From Latvia, the University of Latvia and Riga Stradins University had already joined the charter.