The School of Strategic and Global Studies, Universitas Indonesia (SSGS UI) is deeply saddened by the news of Academician Senior Professor Dato’ Dr. Khalid Yusoff, Vice-Chancellor and President of UCSI University Malaysia’s passing. His presence represented bold stages towards significant university leadership, while his commitment bridged the collaboration to strengthen the innovative thinking necessary across areas of academic, research, engagement, and intellectual inquiry. He will be greatly missed, but his legacy will live on for many years to come.