H.E. Zehra Zümrüt SELÇUK met with Dr. Ahmad M. HASNAH, President of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) in Qatar. This meeting aimed to advance cooperation in several areas, including education, Science, Technology and Innovation (STI), and digital transformation.

The discussions centered on identifying synergies between SESRIC and HBKU that could drive impactful initiatives within the OIC countries. Both parties highlighted the need for focused efforts in delivering practical, hands-on training programs, particularly capacity-building programmes in technical and vocational education and training (TVET). These training programmes aim to provide trainers from OIC countries with essential skills in advanced technologies and modern methodologies, ultimately supporting workforce development and economic growth within the OIC region.

H.E. SELÇUK emphasized SESRIC's expertise to fostering education and technological advancement as drivers of socio-economic progress and acknowledged the unique experience of HBKU in these areas. Dr. HASNAH echoed this sentiment, noting HBKU’s ongoing commitment to excellence in education, research, and innovation, and its strong potential to contribute to SESRIC’s mission in the region.

The meeting concluded with a commitment from both institutions to explore collaborative initiatives that leverage their respective strengths, aiming to promote capacity building, research, and innovation across OIC countries.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), established in 2010, is a leading research-focused university based in Education City, Doha, Qatar. As a member of the Qatar Foundation, HBKU is dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering innovative research that addresses regional and global challenges. The university offers a range of interdisciplinary programs across its colleges, which include the College of Islamic Studies, the College of Science and Engineering, the College of Health and Life Sciences, and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. HBKU is preparing students to contribute meaningfully to the development of Qatar and the broader world.