As part of its international outreach strategy to strengthen academic collaboration with global institutions, Benha National University signed a joint cooperation agreement with Foshan University, China.
The signing ceremony took place during a meeting between Prof. Tamer Samir, University President, and a delegation from Foshan University led by Prof. Xin An Sheng, Vice President of the Chinese university. Attendees included Prof. Hussein El-Maghraby, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Prof. Mohamed Saeed, Engineering Advisor to the Board of Trustees and Supervisor of the Engineering, Basic, and Applied Sciences Sector; and directors of university programs.
Areas of Cooperation:
- College and Student Exchange Programs
- Joint Training Programsin medical, engineering, and technological fields
- Collaborative Research Projects
- International Conferences and Workshops
Prof. Tamer Samir emphasized that the agreement marks a significant step toward enhancing the university’s global standing and accessing international expertise. He noted that the partnership with Foshan University will provide students and College with exceptional academic and research opportunities.
He further explained that the agreement will support applied scientific research and offer students unique training opportunities in Chinese universities, boosting the competitiveness of Benha National University graduates in local and international job markets.
The meeting concluded with an exchange of commemorative shields, with both parties affirming that this agreement is the start of a long-term partnership serving education, scientific research, and innovation.
Post-Signing Tour:
Following the ceremony, the Foshan University delegation toured Benha National University, visiting classrooms, research laboratories, technological centers, and engineering workshops. They reviewed the university’s modern infrastructure and resources supporting education and research. Delegation members praised the university’s high-end facilities, stating they form a solid foundation for future collaboration.
About Foshan University:
Located in Guangdong Province, Foshan University is a leading Chinese institution with a wide range of academic disciplines in medicine, engineering, technology, and social sciences. It has achieved high rankings in global assessments such as the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) and U.S. News & World Report, reflecting its regional and international academic and research excellence.