H.E. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Chancellor of United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) praised the cooperation agreements between the UAEU and local and global institutions, authorities and various sectors.
His Excellency said that the partnership agreements between the University and other institutions are developing in line with the pace of development of the programs that are rapidly growing due to the strategies of modernization and comprehensive renaissance of the country under the auspices of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.
This came after the signing of the memorandum of understanding on expanding cooperation and training between the United Arab Emirates University and the Institute of Training and Judicial Studies to include scientific conferences, seminars and workshops.
His Excellency expressed that they highly appreciate and value all the support given to the comprehensive national development by His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, referring to His Highness follow-up to programs and plans of the University in the field of education, research, and training of national cadres that meet the needs of sustainable development programs that have achieved significant accomplishments in this area.
His Excellency, Dr. Hadef bin Jua'an Al Dhaheri, Minister of Justice, Chairman of the Institute of Training and Judicial Studies emphasized on the important role of United Arab Emirates University in qualifying judicial jurists. He also said that UAEU with its distinguished scientific capabilities presents basic theoretical and applied support to all groups associated with the judiciary. His Excellency stated that the first objective of this cooperation is the training and qualification of judicial cadres according to the highest standards and equivalent to best international practices in the judicial and legal training.
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About the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) - The National University
Founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAEU is a comprehensive, research-intensive university enrolling about 14,000 Emirati and international students. As the UAE's flagship university, UAEU offers a full range of accredited, high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs through nine Colleges: Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Food and Agriculture; Humanities and Social Sciences; IT; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; and Science. With a distinguished international faculty, state-of-the art new campus, and full range of student support services, UAEU offers a living-learning environment that is unmatched in the UAE.
As a research-intensive university of international stature, UAEU works with its partners in industry to provide research solutions to challenges faced by the nation, the region, and the world. The University has established research centers of strategic importance to the country and the region which are advancing knowledge in critical areas ranging from water resources to cancer treatments. UAEU is currently ranked the number one research university in the GCC, number two in the Arab World, and #370 globally.
UAEU's academic programs have been developed in partnership with employers, so our graduates are in high demand. UAEU alumni hold key positions in industry, commerce, and government throughout the region. Our continuing investments in facilities, services, and staff ensure that UAEU will continue to serve as a model of innovation and excellence.
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