Shanghai:The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Fudan University in China to bolster academic and research collaborations with federal higher education institutions in the UAE. This agreement aims to allocate study places for outstanding Emirati students at the university, which is ranked among the world's top 30 universities According to QS World University Rankings 2026.
According to Emirates News Agency, the MoU is part of the Ministry's ongoing efforts to expand international partnerships with leading academic institutions. It seeks to foster knowledge and expertise exchange and develop joint programs and initiatives that enhance the competitiveness of the UAE's higher education and scientific research ecosystem.
Ibrahim Fikri, Assistant Undersecretary for the Higher Education and Scientific Research Regulation and Governance Sector at MoHESR, noted that this collaboration reflects the strong scientific and academic ties between the UAE and China. It opens new possibilities for cooperation between educational and research institutions in both countries.
Fikri emphasized the Ministry's commitment to building sustainable strategic partnerships with prestigious global universities. These partnerships aim to advance the UAE's higher education system and develop national talent with the skills and knowledge necessary to contribute to a knowledge- and innovation-based economy.
Jin Li, President of Fudan University, expressed pride in the collaboration with MoHESR. He highlighted that the MoU is a significant step towards expanding opportunities for student and faculty exchange and joint research projects with UAE universities and research institutions.
The agreement will enable MoHESR to facilitate direct connections between Fudan University and UAE higher education institutions, exploring areas of cooperation and developing joint initiatives. Key focus areas include academic mobility for students and faculty, collaborative scientific research, knowledge transfer, and the exchange of best practices.
Established in 1905 in Shanghai, Fudan University is a leading research institution in China, well-regarded for its research capabilities, innovation, and talent development.
