Dhaka, March 30 -- Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Saturday called on students to embrace imagination as a tool to change the world while addressing a function at Peking University (PKU) in Beijing.

"A university or educational institution is not only a place to learn what happens, but also to imagine," Prof Yunus said, emphasizing that imagination is the greatest force on earth.

He came up with the statement after receiving an honorary doctorate conferred by Peking University in recognition of his contributions to social innovation and economic empowerment.

The ceremony, held at the university conference hall, was attended by PKU Council Chair He Guangcai and President Gong Qihuang, among other dignitaries.

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