Derasat and Al-Ahram Centers Host Consultative Meeting
Dr. Hamad Ebrahim Al-Abdulla emphasized the significance of this collaboration, stating, 'These meetings help enhance our mutual understanding and provide a platform for exchanging ideas and insights. We are excited to explore new areas of collaboration that can benefit both centers'.
In turn, Dr. Ayman Al-Sayed Abdul-Wahab highlighted the importance of joint efforts, saying, 'This meeting gives us the opportunity to discuss our current research projects and explore future cooperation avenues. We believe in the importance of the partnership between the Al-Ahram Center and Derasat, which is one of the leading centers of expertise in the Arabian Gulf region and has contributed valuable research to serve the joint Arab community'.
The participants expressed enthusiasm about the potential for future collaboration and agreed to coordinate efforts for joint initiatives. Both centers look forward to exchanging valuable insights and expertise, further solidifying their commitment to advancing research in strategic and energy studies.
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