In 2023–2024, the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) promoted Sustainable Development Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by establishing a portfolio of international and multi-stakeholder partnerships focused on the collaborative collection, measurement, and dissemination of data for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). AASTMT collaborates with universities, trade networks, geoscience and media companies, and remote learning providers in Jordan, Libya, Türkiye, Malaysia, the UAE, and other partner nations through long-term cooperation agreements and memoranda of understanding. This partnership co-develops research projects, field studies, and data-driven initiatives that produce SDG-relevant indicators in governance, education, trade facilitation, digital transformation, urban planning, maritime resources, and media. These collaborations incorporate capacity-building, digital and remote learning solutions, and technology-driven data systems to improve data quality, accessibility, and interoperability, thereby reinforcing international cooperation on SDG data collection and measurement and facilitating evidence-based decision-making within the global SDG monitoring and evaluation framework.
AASTMT’s College of Language and Media Signs Strategic Agreement with Remote Learning and Training Company to Advance Media Training and Content Development
MARCH 17,2024 The College of Language and Media at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) has entered into a cooperation agreement with the Remote Learning and Training Company, aimed at strengthening collaboration in the field of media training, educational program accreditation, and content production.
This agreement lays the groundwork for enhanced cooperation between the two institutions and their affiliated departments, centers, and administrative units, focusing on the following key areas:
This partnership aims at:
This cooperation promises to strengthen national efforts in preparing skilled media professionals and supporting the digital transformation of education and training in Egypt and the region.
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AASTMT’s College of Language and Media
AASTMT and Architecture and Planning Group Sign MoU to Enhance Training and Sustainable Collaboration in the UAE
NOV 24,2024
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Architecture and Planning Group to establish summer training programs in the UAE for AASTMT students specializing in architecture and urban planning. This collaboration aims to promote capacity-building, knowledge exchange, and practical learning opportunities that prepare students to contribute effectively to sustainable development, while reflecting both institutions’ strong commitment to SDG 17- Partnerships for the Goals through academic–industry cooperation, multi-stakeholder engagement, and innovation-driven education. The MoU strengthens the link between education and professional practice and supports a shared vision for a more sustainable and inclusive future. Through this partnership, AASTMT and the Architecture and Planning Group will also collaborate on research and field-based projects that involve collecting, analyzing, and sharing data relevant to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), supporting regional and international collaborations.
AASTMT and Architecture and Planning Group Sign MoU
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) and Brightskies Geoscience Sign Cooperation Agreement – August 11, 2024
On 11 August 2024, AASTMT and Brightskies Geoscience entered into a cooperation agreement to provide comprehensive training opportunities for AASTMT students across multiple fields and disciplines, based on mutually agreed training programs. The agreement also enables Brightskies Geoscience employees to pursue postgraduate studies, including Master’s and Doctoral degrees—in various disciplines offered by the Academy. This partnership is designed to foster knowledge exchange, capacity-building, and academic–industry collaboration by enhancing stakeholder engagement and supporting sustainable professional development. As part of this cooperation, AASTMT and Brightskies Geoscience will also undertake joint research and technical projects involving the collection, analysis, and dissemination of data relevant to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), strengthening regional and international efforts to monitor, evaluate, and advance progress on SDG indicators.
Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport - AASTMT
AASTMT and German Jordanian University – Academic and Research Collaboration
DEC 13,2023
AASTMT and the German Jordanian University have signed an international cooperation agreement encompassing joint research projects, publications, scientific conferences, and training programs, while also supporting short-term technical programs and faculty and student exchanges to strengthen international collaboration and knowledge sharing. Through this partnership, both institutions will jointly contribute to global efforts to gather and measure data related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by engaging in collaborative research, data-sharing activities, and evidence-based studies that enhance international SDG assessment.
AASTMT and German Jordanian University – Academic and Research Collaboration
AASTMT and RANEPA Sign Cooperation Agreement to Advance Academic and Research Collaboration
Alexandria, Egypt – November 3, 2025
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) and the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration (RANEPA) have officially signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen academic, scientific, and cultural ties between the two institutions. The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration in higher education, public administration, and innovation, focusing on joint research, student and faculty exchanges, and the development of dual-degree and executive training programs. Both institutions expressed their shared commitment to promoting cross-border knowledge exchange, institutional synergy, and collective efforts to address complex socio-economic and environmental challenges, while encouraging initiatives in governance, leadership development, and digital transformation. Representatives highlighted the importance of fostering mutual understanding and sustainable academic partnerships that contribute to inclusive growth and the advancement of global education standards. This partnership underscores AASTMT’s dedication to expanding its international network and RANEPA’s vision of preparing future leaders through multidisciplinary learning, good governance, and international cooperation. As part of this collaboration, AASTMT and RANEPA will engage in joint research and analytical projects involving the collection, measurement, and sharing of data relevant to the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs), supporting international efforts to monitor, evaluate, and advance SDG indicators—particularly those related to governance, education, and sustainable socio-economic development.
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AASTMT and Libya Trade Network Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Cooperation in Expertise Exchange and Joint Research
Alexandria, Egypt – July 29, 2024
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) and the Libya Trade Network have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a cooperative framework to enhance collaboration in expert exchange, joint research, and consultancy services, with the agreement remaining in effect until July 29, 2027. The MoU aims to create an effective platform for knowledge sharing and institutional cooperation by facilitating the exchange of technical expertise and supporting innovative research projects that advance trade facilitation, economic development, and digital transformation across the region. Representatives from both sides emphasized the importance of academic–institutional collaboration in strengthening professional capacity, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainable economic growth, reinforcing AASTMT’s commitment to regional engagement and the Libya Trade Network’s vision of enhancing efficiency, transparency, and technological advancement in trade operations. Through this partnership, AASTMT and the Libya Trade Network will also engage in collaborative research and data-driven projects involving the collection, analysis, and sharing of information relevant to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), thereby strengthening international efforts to gather and measure SDG indicators—particularly those linked to economic development, trade efficiency, and digital transformation.
AASTMT and Libya Trade Network Sign Memorandum
AASTMT and Istanbul Medipol University Sign Long-Term Cooperation Agreement to Enhance Academic and Research Collaboration
Alexandria, Egypt – August 19, 2024 – The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) and Istanbul Medipol University have signed a five-year cooperation agreement, effective until August 19, 2029, to strengthen joint efforts in education, research, and innovation across areas of mutual interest. The agreement establishes a comprehensive framework for collaboration, including the exchange of undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students, postgraduate training and internship opportunities, faculty exchanges, the development of joint research projects, and the organization of conferences, seminars, and scientific lectures to foster global academic dialogue. During the signing ceremony, both parties reaffirmed their commitment to advancing global education standards through partnership, innovation, and the exchange of knowledge and expertise, with the collaboration aimed at promoting academic excellence, interdisciplinary research, and cultural understanding between Egypt and Türkiye. This partnership underscores AASTMT’s dedication to expanding its global academic network and Istanbul Medipol University’s mission to build impactful international collaborations that drive sustainable development and scientific progress. As part of this long-term cooperation, AASTMT and Istanbul Medipol University will engage in joint research and data-sharing activities that support the collection, analysis, and measurement of data related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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AASTMT and Al-Asmarya Islamic University Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Enhance Training, Research, and Postgraduate Programs
Alexandria, Egypt – September 13, 2024 – The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) and Al-Asmarya Islamic University in Libya have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), effective until September 13, 2027, to establish a framework for academic and professional collaboration. The MoU aims to provide training programs offered by AASTMT to the students and staff of Al-Asmarya Islamic University, with a special focus on students of the College of Marine Resources across its various departments, while also covering joint research projects, consultancy services, and the development of postgraduate studies. During the signing ceremony, representatives from both institutions emphasized their commitment to strengthening academic ties, fostering knowledge exchange, and building professional capacity in specialized maritime and scientific fields. This partnership highlights AASTMT’s dedication to regional cooperation and Al-Asmarya Islamic University’s mission to enhance education, research, and professional training opportunities. Through this MoU, AASTMT and Al-Asmarya Islamic University will collaborate on research initiatives and field studies involving the collection, analysis, and sharing of data relevant to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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AASTMT and University of Technology Malaysia (UTM) Renew Cooperation Agreement to Strengthen Joint Education and Training Programs
Alexandria, Egypt – November 6, 2024 – The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) and the University of Technology Malaysia (UTM) have renewed their long-standing cooperation agreement for a new term effective until November 24, 2029. The renewed agreement strengthens collaboration through joint education and training programs to enhance academic and professional skills, reciprocal training visits for students and faculty members to foster cross-cultural learning, and the exchange of expertise and knowledge to support innovation, capacity building, and professional development. Representatives from both institutions emphasized the importance of continuing this partnership to foster innovation, capacity building, and cross-cultural learning, reflecting AASTMT’s commitment to maintaining strong global partnerships and UTM’s mission to promote sustainable education systems and human capital development. As part of this renewed cooperation, AASTMT and UTM will engage in joint research and data-driven projects, including the collection, analysis, and sharing of information relevant to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), supporting international efforts to monitor, evaluate, and advance SDG indicators.
The Arab Academy for Science and Technology (AAST) actively contributes to fulfilling the requirements of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 17, particularly in relation to international collaboration in data gathering for the SDGs. AAST engages in partnerships with international organizations and research institutions to collect and analyze data, while also promoting capacity building and technological innovation in data gathering. By enhancing data quality, accessibility, and expertise, AAST supports evidence-based decision-making and strengthens the global data ecosystem for sustainable development.
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport - one of the technical arms and specialized organizations of the League of Arab States - is honored to announce participating in the activities of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COPP28) held from the 30th of November – 12th of December 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Through the Arab League Pavilion in the Blue Zone, Pavilion No. MS01g2, the Academy is organizing several specialized technical sessions covering several topics which will be discussed throughout the conference days:
• Saturday, December 9, 2023, dedicated to the topics “Nature – Land Use – Oceans”
Strategic Ocean Alliance: Fostering Global-Arab Collaborations for Marine Resilience against Climate Change
The College of Engineering and Technology participates in ENI Funded Project - CBC (Cross Border Cooperation). The project is entitled “Youth Employment in Ports of the Mediterranean” (YEP MED in short) was created to enrich TVET focusing on three main areas with skills shortages: foreign trade, environment and sustainability, and digitization and port logistic operations. The project developed TVET resources adapted to the sector needs in local port communities and launched learning programs coupled with job placements. YEP MED established partnerships between key stakeholders in local port communities in the seven participating Mediterranean countries (Egypt, Spain, Italy, Lebanon, Tunisia, France and Jordan).
The project is considered as one of the World Port Sustainability Program (WPSP) that aims to demonstrate global leadership of ports in contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
The Faculty of Engineering and Technology is heavily participating in internationally funded research projects that will have a great impact on community service and environmental development. UPGRADE is an Erasmus+ Joint Regional Project, aimed at Capacity Building in the field of Higher Education. The project consortium comprises the departments of Architecture, Urban Planning, and Civil Engineering in 8 highly reputable Higher Education Institutes and one Research Center from 6 different countries. Two of which are Partner Countries (Egypt and Lebanon) -in which the project will be held- and four of which are Program Countries (Germany, Italy, Greece, and Spain) -by which the project will be supervised. A team from the Department of Architecture and Environmental Design - headed by Prof. Dr. Yasser Farghali, and the Deanship of Prof. Dr. Akram Suleiman Al-Solami, participated in a workshop in Greece August 2022, within the framework of projects funded by the European Union ERASMUS + entitled: Urban and Transportation Regeneration for Reducing Automobile Dependency in the MENA Region: UPGRADE, TOT. The project have many partners from Egypt, Lebanon, Greece, Germany, Italy and Spain. The visit includes field visits as well.
Urban and Transportation Regeneration
Students of the Department of Architecture and Environmental Design at the Faculty of Engineering and Technology at AASTMT Port Said Branch, affiliated to the Deanship of Prof. Dr. Akram Suleiman Al-Solamin, participate in the activities of the "International Conference on Engineering Solutions Towards Sustainable Development" ESSD May 2023: Engineering Solutions Toward Sustainable Development.
The college encourage its students - future makers - to align with the revolution of the green transformation of the economy at the local and international levels by highlighting entrepreneurship activities and activities to support community development, Prof. Dr. Rabab Farouk - Professor at the Department of Computer - Faculty of Engineering at Port Said University, Dr. Basma Nashat - Lecturer at the Department of Architecture - Faculty of Engineering at Port Said University Dr. Nader Mohamed Gharib - Head of Department of Architecture and Environmental Design - College of Engineering and Technology at AASTMT and Dr. Sami Salem - Lecturer at AASTMT Department of Basic Sciences - College of Engineering and Technology at AASTMT
ESSD 2023: Engineering Solutions Toward Sustainable Development
In line with the vision of the College of Engineering and Technology in supporting the quality of education and training and to achieve the sustainable development goals, Prof. Dr. Akram Suleiman Al-Salami - Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology and Professor of Port and Coastal Installations Engineering participated on Friday, May 26, 2023 in the activities of the international training program YEP-MED Talent, which was held within the activities of the "Youth Employment in Mediterranean Ports" (YEP MED) project, which includes 11 partners from 7 Mediterranean countries: Egypt, Tunisia, Lebanon, Jordan, Spain, Italy. and France, at the headquarters of Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport in Barcelona, Spain, which will be held throughout the week from May 24-30, 2023.
Prof. Dr. Akram Suleiman Al-Salami gave a lecture on the Global Port Sustainability Program and its impact on port communities in the presence of 40 trainees from the participating countries. The training program aims to increase the employability of young people and raise the level of employment opportunities through the creation of real dual educational programs with functional jobs.
Escola Europea –Intermodal Transport
AAST announce the participation of the delegation of the College of Engineering and Technology headed by Dr. Al-Badr Othman - Head of the Department of Construction and Building Engineering November, 2022 in a session: Climate and Energy Impact Showcase
While attending the COP27 climate conference organized by the Arab Republic of Egypt through the program “Egypt University Partnership Accelerator (UPA) U.S. Exchange” In which the College of Engineering and Technology participates in several Egyptian and international universities to present the faculty`s activities and distinguished undergraduate and postgraduate students` projects that have a link and influence with the topics of the climate conference.
Climate and Energy Impact Showcase" in COP27
The Arab Academy for Science and Technology (AAST) actively contributes to fulfilling the requirements of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 17, particularly in relation to international collaboration in data gathering for the SDGs. AAST engages in partnerships with international organizations and research institutions to collect and analyze data, while also promoting capacity building and technological innovation in data gathering. By enhancing data quality, accessibility, and expertise, AAST supports evidence-based decision-making and strengthens the global data ecosystem for sustainable development.
To strengthen the role of Egyptian Universities in the achievement of the environmentally Sustainable Development Goals SDG by enhancing their organizational governance capacities, creating current and future SDG implementers, and upgrading their operational facilities necessary for the implementation of innovative practices for the achievement of the environmental SDGs. This Project is Funded by Erasmus Plus.
Integration of Sustainable Development Goals Project In Universities For Better Climate Change Management "Involve" project on AASTMT webpage
The SEACAP 4 SDG project is fully consistent with the objectives of the Program and the Call for capitalization projects. Indeed, it deals specifically with the energy efficiency of public buildings targeted by the Joint Operational Program thematic objective B.4.3. This is one of the main issues in the Mediterranean basin regarding the impact of climate change on the quality of life (urban heat-island effect, increase in air conditioning and therefore in hot air emissions and energy consumption) and of demography (population increase and rural exodus, in particular in the Southern shore, heliotropism in the North). The project builds on the outputs and outcomes, as well as the partners of the 10 selected reference projects (SRP) out of the 11 reference projects identified by the Program to be capitalized upon (one more technical and research-focused project being less adapted for the purposes of the Project). Indeed, the results of 10 ENPI, ENI, UfM and MED projects will be analyzed, evaluated, and adapted to the climatic, operational and administrative realities of the 8 countries territories covered by the Project. A first pre-evaluation has been carried out by the Partners during the development of the Project proposal, in order to confirm the potential interest of the solutions developed by the SRP for the Partnership (best practices and procedures for building energy refurbishment, school buildings methodologies, financial mechanisms, Living Labs and to raise awareness and ensure the participation of the SRP partners in order to guarantee knowledge and ability to handle SRP outputs and outcomes, and their optimal replication in 8 countries territories. The Project fits perfectly with the capitalization logical framework presented by the Program in the Guidelines for Applicants, and with the INTERACT Program objectives. This Project is Funded by the European Neighborhood Instrument Cross Border Cooperation for Med countries.
MED SE(A)CAP Project for Sustainable Development Goals in A Smart Society/ SEACAP 4 SDG on AASTMT webpage
