New Delhi, September 8, 2024: A high-level UAE Parliamentary delegation, led by H.E. Dr. Ali Rashid AlNauimi, visited Jamia Hamdard on September 7, 2024 to explore avenues of collaboration between UAE institutions and the university. The delegation also included esteemed officials and academics from the UAE, such as H.E. Marwan Almuhairi, H.E. Sara Fleknaz, H.E. Ahmed Alkhouri, Dr. Hasan Almarzooqi, Ms. Bakhita Alromaithi, Ms. Mariam Alzaabi, Ms. Mahara Saeed, Dr. Mohamed Alshariani, and Dr. Yousef Almarzooqi. The group was accompanied by Prof. Zikrur Rahman, former Indian Ambassador.

The visit commenced with a formal introduction of both delegations. Prof. (Dr.) M. Afshar Alam, Vice Chancellor of Jamia Hamdard, introduced the university’s key officials, while H.E. Dr. Ali Rashid AlNauimi introduced the distinguished UAE delegation.

During the meeting, the discussion primarily revolved around strengthening ties between the institutions of the UAE and Jamia Hamdard. H.E. Dr. Ali Rashid AlNauimi emphasized the robust and friendly relations shared by India and the UAE at multiple levels, including people-to-people, country-to-country, and institution-to-institution partnerships. He expressed his enthusiasm for potential collaborations, whether with public or private academic institutions.

Prof. Zikrur Rahman briefed the UAE delegation on the initiatives and ambitions of Jamia Hamdard, particularly in fostering language and cultural exchanges. He outlined the university’s vision of establishing deeper educational and cultural connections between the two countries.

To further illustrate the scope of academic programs and achievements of Jamia Hamdard, Prof. (Dr.) M. Afshar Alam, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, showcased a comprehensive video presentation that highlighted the university’s courses and research areas.

The delegation had a fruitful discussion with the Jamia Hamdard leadership team, which included Dr. M.A. Sikandar, Registrar, Mr. S.S. Akhtar, Controller of Examinations, Mr. Munish Malik, Finance Officer, and Prof. Syeedun Nisa, Director, Hamdard Institute of International Studies.

The meeting concluded with mutual expressions of commitment to pursue collaboration opportunities that could benefit both institutions and strengthen educational ties between India and the UAE.