Qatar University Signs MoU with MOCI in Research and Academic Field

Doha, January 12 (QNA) - Qatar University (QU) and Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The MoU includes broad prospects for joint cooperation in the fields of research, training and education, in the field of data and information exchange, encouraging the use of facilities available with both parties and the exchange of experiences that enhances scientific and research cooperation. The MoU also included coordination and joint cooperation in organizing seminars and training workshops targeting the Qatari community, implementing joint programs in preparing studies and research, marketing the services of the two parties, working on developing entrepreneurship, and cooperating in other possible areas of mutual interest on both sides. It was signed by President of QU Dr. Hassan Rashid Al Derham, and Undersecretary of the MOCI Sultan bin Rashid Al Khater. Commenting on this agreement, Qatar University President Dr Hassan Rashid Al Derham stressed on QU's interest in entrepreneurship, supporting emerging companies, increasing students' interest in this area and cooperating with the Ministry on all issues that support the development and strengthening of joint work between these two institutions and the development of joint initiatives to serve Qatari community. Dr. Derham said that the support and motivation received by the Ministry has contributed in the development of the student's capacity and thanked the ministry while mentioning several opportunities which has given a positive impact on Qatari economy. In turn, Undersecretary of the MOCI Sultan bin Rashid Al Khater said that the signing of the MoU is part of the efforts of the Ministry and its constant effort to strengthen cooperation with the various educational institutions and bodies in the state as part of their community responsibility, stressing on the important role played by Qatar University plays in providing society with qualified cadres and various competencies, and its vital role in the field of studies and research. He affirmed that under the memorandum of understanding, cooperation between the parties in various relevant areas would be strengthened, the exchange of experiences and information would be strengthened and the various sources available to both sides would be optimized and utilized to serve the business environment and the Qatari community and to promote the achievement of the objectives and vision of the Ministry. (QNA)