TRENDS and Council of Retired Diplomats sign MOU on training and scientific research

The MOU was signed by Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research & Advisory, and His Excellency Dr. Saeed Mohammed Al Shamsi, Chairman of the Council of Retired Diplomats, in the presence of several Council members, including His Excellency Dr. Tariq Ahmed Al Haidan, His Excellency Dr. Mohammed Omar Bilfaqih, and His Excellency Jumaa Mubarak Al Junaibi, as well as several officials and researchers from TRENDS. The agreement stipulates the exchange of expertise, particularly in training related to diplomacy and international relations, following TRENDS’ recent launch of the International Training Institute in partnership with the Geneva School of Diplomacy and International Relations. In addition, the accord includes organizing joint scientific and research events as well as exchanging scientific and knowledge publications.
Dr. Al-Ali expressed his appreciation for this collaboration and expressed his gratitude for the efforts of the Council of Retired Diplomats. Furthermore, he emphasized the commitment of TRENDS in working with the Council across various areas, including the exchange of expertise and knowledge in diplomacy and international relations, partnerships in training, utilizing the Council members' capabilities, and preparing studies and research on regional and international issues.
For his part, H.E. Al-Shamsi welcomed the Council of Retired Diplomats’ cooperation with TRENDS, congratulated the center on launching the TRENDS International Training Institute, and commended its association with the Geneva School of Diplomacy and International Relations.
Furthermore, His Excellency expressed his appreciation for TRENDS’ global activities, particularly in youth empowerment, as well as its research publications and scientific endeavors. His Excellency also commended the diversity and quality of publications and commended the commitment of TRENDS to empowering youth and developing their skills, enabling them to innovate and learn how to effectively contribute to shaping the future.
His Excellency affirmed the Council's ongoing efforts to establish exceptional partnerships aiming to support and empower youth, which offer new opportunities to develop their knowledge and expertise.
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