The Association of Arab Universities Explores Cooperation with the Arab Union for Exhibitions and International Conferences

As part of its efforts to strengthen institutional partnerships and support innovation and research in the Arab world, the Association of Arab Universities (AArU) welcomed a delegation from the Arab Union for Exhibitions and International Conferences at its headquarters in Amman. The delegation was headed by Counselor Mahmoud Jarrah, Secretary-General of the Arab Union for Exhibitions and International Conferences, and the meeting was attended by Ms. Lina Al-Bitar, Director of General Administration at AArU.

The meeting focused on exploring areas of mutual cooperation and identifying opportunities to leverage expertise and resources in organizing specialized events and exhibitions that support Arab higher education institutions and enhance their contributions to innovation, entrepreneurship, and knowledge transfer.

As part of efforts to strengthen innovation ecosystems and connect higher education outcomes with development needs, both sides agreed to cooperate in organizing the “Arab Universities Graduation Projects Exhibition – First Edition 2027.” The exhibition will serve as a specialized Arab platform to showcase outstanding student projects and innovations, highlighting the role of Arab universities in knowledge creation and developing innovative solutions for future challenges.

Both sides emphasized the importance of joint preparations to ensure the success of this initiative by supporting talented students, promoting a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, and strengthening partnerships between Arab universities, the public sector, and the private sector, helping transform student ideas and projects into opportunities for development and implementation.

This cooperation aligns with AArU’s strategy to enhance the role of Arab universities as hubs for innovation and research, provide effective platforms for knowledge exchange, and showcase the scientific and creative capabilities of students and researchers, contributing to the advancement of higher education and the knowledge-based economy in the Arab world.