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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
It is with great pride and a deep sense of responsibility that I welcome you to the portal of the Association of Arab Universities (AArU), a unifying platform that embodies the shared vision of Arab higher education institutions toward excellence, innovation, and global engagement.
Today, higher education stands at a pivotal moment. The world around us is transforming rapidly, driven by digital disruption, artificial intelligence, and the evolving demands of future skills and knowledge economies. At AArU, we are committed to reimagining the role of Arab universities, not only as centers of learning, but also as agents of change, sustainability, and international cooperation.
The Association is embarking on a comprehensive reform agenda to modernize its programs, digital systems, and strategic partnerships. Our goal is to empower Arab universities to achieve greater impact in rankings, research, accreditation, and innovation, while fostering a stronger connection between academia, industry, and society.
A core pillar of this vision is international collaboration. We firmly believe that Arab higher education can thrive through meaningful engagement with our global counterparts. Through initiatives such as the Arab–Global University Presidents Conferences, as well as partnerships with highly reputable international organizations, we are building bridges that enable knowledge exchange, joint research, and cross-border capacity building.
As we look to the future, the Association will continue to champion a more connected, data-driven, and globally recognized Arab higher education ecosystem, one that empowers universities to compete, collaborate, and contribute to a better world.
I invite all our member universities and partners to join us on this transformative journey toward excellence, innovation, and shared progress.
Warm regards,
Prof. Anas Ratib Alsoud
E-mail: anas@aaru.edu.jo
