The Association of Arab Universities and Hussein Technical University Prepare for the Future Skills Forum

As part of the preparations for the “Future Skills Forum: Reimagining Technical Education in the Arab World,” the Association of Arab Universities (AArU) and Hussein Technical University (HTU) held a coordination meeting via videoconference to strengthen cooperation and follow up on preparations for the forum, which will be hosted by HTU in Amman, Jordan, on 20–21 September 2026.

The meeting was attended by Prof. Dr. Ismail Al-Hinti, President of Hussein Technical University, Prof. Dr. Lutfi Al-Sharif, Prof. Dr. Tariq Totongi, and Mr. Waleed Smadi. Representing AArU were Prof. Dr. Anas Ratib Al-Soud, Executive Director of the Association, Ms. Lina Al-Bitar, Director General, and Mr. Mohamed Zied Amara, Director of International Cooperation.

The two sides reviewed the organizational and academic arrangements for the forum and discussed mechanisms to enhance coordination among working teams, including the programme, participation, and strategic partnerships. The forum aims to bring together higher education leaders, technical universities, policymakers, industry representatives, international organizations, and experts to discuss the future of technical education and skills development.

The meeting also addressed upcoming implementation steps to ensure the forum’s readiness and impact, while supporting efforts to advance technical education systems and develop skilled human capital capable of responding to global transformations.

The forum reflects the shared commitment of AArU and HTU to strengthening Arab cooperation in technical education and providing a regional platform for knowledge exchange, innovation, and shaping future-oriented education and skills strategies.