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3/4/26, 1:13 PM Ajman Department Of Tourism, Culture, And Media Signs Mou With Emirates Scholar Research Center To Strengthen Academic…
founded on research and development.

The agreement was signed at ADTCM's headquarters in the presence of H.E.

Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of ADTCM, and Dr Fawaz
Nadeem Habbal, Secretary-General and Member of the Board of Trustees of
the Emirates Scholar Research Center, along with officials from both entities.

Under the terms of the agreement, both parties seek to bolster the UAE's
competitiveness in scientific research, enhance quality of knowledge outputs
through joint projects that support decision-making and create research content
supporting the emirate's priorities across tourism, culture and media.

The agreement further strengthens collaboration on developing qualitative

studies and specialised research papers, while contributing to seamless
exchange of scientific expertise and research methodologies. Through this
approach, both parties seek to equip national talents with advanced tools and
skills required for research and innovation. Additionally, the agreement includes
training programs and workshops for researchers, students and professionals
across both the public and private sectors, reinforcing their potential to

leverage cutting-edge research technologies.

H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, said:“This collaboration reflects ADTCM's
dedication to advancing the role of knowledge in developing Ajman's vital
sectors, particularly tourism, culture and media. We strongly believe that our
partnership with the Emirates Scholar Research Center will accelerate our

drive to cultivate national talents that are capable of achieving the emirate's
aspiration and exploring new avenues in research and innovation, aligning with
Ajman Vision 2030.”

Meanwhile, Dr Fawaz Nadeem Habbal described the agreement as a
significant milestone on the path towards expanding scientific partnership. He
also stated that the Center will closely collaborate with ADTCM to develop joint
research initiatives, boost researchers' active presence on international
scientific platforms, and enhance efforts to nurture an innovation-driven
environment, while increasing scientific research and technological
development across the Emirate.

Under the agreement, both parties will align their efforts to host conferences,
seminars and scientific events focusing on research topics of mutual interest
and contribute to creating a vibrant knowledge community in Ajman. The
collaboration will also ensure a robust presence of researchers on international

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