Association of Arab Universities Receives Delegation from the Scientific Association of Faculties and Institutes of Education to Discuss Strengthening Academic and Research Cooperation

Amman – 14/10/2026

The General Secretariat of the Association of Arab Universities (AARU) received a delegation from the Scientific Association of Faculties and Institutes of Education in Arab Universities at its headquarters in Amman, Jordan. The delegation was headed by Prof. Dr. Mohammad Hallaq, Dean of the Faculty of Education at Damascus University, Secretary-General of the Scientific Association, and Editor-in-Chief of its journal. The delegation was received by Prof. Dr. Anas Ratib Al-Soud, Executive Director of the Association of Arab Universities.

The visit aimed to strengthen communication between the General Secretariat and the scientific associations affiliated with AARU, while exploring opportunities to expand cooperation in support of Arab universities and efforts to advance higher education and scientific research, particularly in the fields of education, teacher preparation, and the development of academic practices.

During the meeting, both sides discussed prospects for enhancing cooperation between AARU and the Scientific Association of Faculties and Institutes of Education, as well as strengthening the Association's role in fostering communication among faculties of education across Arab universities. Discussions also addressed opportunities to promote the exchange of academic expertise and experiences and develop joint scientific initiatives and activities that respond to the challenges facing educational institutions and keep pace with developments in higher education.

The meeting further highlighted the importance of specialized scientific associations as academic platforms that bring together experts and researchers from universities across the Arab world. Such platforms provide opportunities for knowledge exchange, encourage academic dialogue on educational development and the quality of learning outcomes, and support the preparation and professional development of teachers. They also contribute to advancing teacher education programmes in line with scientific and technological developments and the evolving needs of Arab societies.

In this context, the two sides discussed the role of academic publishing in advancing educational research and enhancing the visibility of Arab scholarly contributions. They emphasized the importance of specialized academic journals in providing researchers with opportunities to publish their work, exchange research findings and expertise, and contribute to the development of knowledge in education and psychology. The journal published by the Scientific Association of Faculties and Institutes of Education represents an important platform for supporting specialized academic research and strengthening connections among researchers and university institutions across the Arab world.

The meeting underscored the importance of continued coordination between the General Secretariat of AARU and the Scientific Association of Faculties and Institutes of Education, with a view to expanding areas of cooperation, strengthening the contributions of scientific associations affiliated with AARU, and enhancing their presence within the Arab academic community. It also highlighted the value of developing joint initiatives that serve universities, researchers, and faculty members.

The visit forms part of AARU's ongoing efforts to promote cooperation and integration among higher education institutions throughout the Arab world, establish effective platforms for academic communication and knowledge exchange, and support scientific research and the development of higher education. These efforts seek to strengthen the capacity of Arab universities to respond to evolving academic and knowledge landscapes and advance their aspirations for excellence and competitiveness at both regional and international levels.