08 November 2026

The Association of Arab Universities Reviews Al-Suwaidi University of Technology’s Application for Membership

8 November 2026

As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen engagement with Arab higher education institutions and expand its membership network, H.E. Prof. Amr Ezzat Salama, Secretary General of the Association of Arab Universities (AArU), led a specialized academic committee on a visit to Al-Suwaidi University of Technology, located in 10th of Ramadan City, Sharqia Governorate, Egypt. The visit aimed to review the university’s application for membership in the Association and gain first-hand insight into its educational experience, academic profile, institutional capacity, and technological infrastructure.

The committee included Prof. Moawad El-Kholy, President of New Mansoura University, and Prof. Omar Milad, President of Al-Azhar University in Gaza. The visit forms part of the Association’s established procedures for evaluating membership applications, which involve assessing the academic and administrative capabilities, infrastructure, and institutional readiness of applicant universities, as well as verifying their compliance with the Association’s approved membership criteria and requirements.

The committee was received by Prof. Ahmed Hassan Youssef, President of Al-Suwaidi University of Technology, who presented the university’s development, academic vision, and range of programmes and specializations in technological and applied fields. He also highlighted the university’s commitment to advancing technical and vocational education and strengthening the alignment between higher education, productive sectors, and labour market needs.

During a tour of the university campus, the committee visited several faculties, lecture halls, laboratories, and practical training workshops, gaining insight into the university’s educational facilities, technological resources, and infrastructure. Discussions also addressed academic, administrative, and organizational aspects related to the membership application.

Through such initiatives, the Association of Arab Universities continues to expand its membership base and strengthen cooperation and integration among Arab higher education institutions. These efforts aim to create broader opportunities for exchanging expertise and experiences, developing academic programmes, fostering research partnerships, and promoting innovation, thereby contributing to the advancement of higher education and sustainable development across the Arab region.

The Association of Arab Universities Reviews Al-Suwaidi University of Technology’s Application for Membership

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