Doha: Qatar University (QU) and Joaan Bin Jassim Academy for Defense Studies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at enhancing joint cooperation between the two parties in scientific and practical fields, at the premises of Qatar University campus.
According to Qatar News Agency, the signing of the MoU came as part of the parties' keenness to exchange expertise and information, cooperate in organizing conferences, seminars, and training workshops. The agreement also focuses on developing research and studies of mutual interest, achieving integration and contributing to improving performance efficiency in line with the requirements and standards of total quality.
On this occasion, QU's President Dr. Omar Al Ansari affirmed that the signing of this MoU reflects the university's commitment to strengthening institutional partnerships with national sectors, noting that this cooperation will contribute to developing the education, training, and scientific research system between the two sides.
For his part, President of the Joaan Bin Jassim Academy for Defense Brigadier General Dr. Rajeh Mohammed bin Aqeel Al Nabit stated, "This memorandum is not merely an agreement but an extension of a successful and productive path of cooperation between both sides. This step continues what began in 2018, when the academy signed an agreement with the university to implement a Master's program in defense studies, which helped prepare distinguished national cadres who combine academic knowledge with professional expertise in the defense field. Today, we build on that achievement to expand areas of cooperation and develop joint programs that meet the State's strategic needs and strengthen institutional integration in research, innovation, and capacity building."
This step embodies the commitment of both parties to support institutional cooperation and knowledge exchange, and to enhance partnership in academic development, scientific research, and capacity building, serving the national objectives in the fields of education and defense studies.