RIYADH: King Saud University (KSU) and the Health Ministry have agreed to exchange experiences in the fields of training, research and development, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.
Deputy Health Minister Hamad bin Mohammed Al-Dhuaili and KSU Rector Dr. Badran bin Abdulrahman Al-Omar signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to this effect at KSU Medical City. The MoU aims to enhance cooperation between the two sides in training pharmacy college students in public and privately owned pharmacies, and to facilitate their research projects.
The deal also aims to promote the profession of pharmacy and provide treatment services by trainee students in community pharmacies.
The dean of the KSU pharmacy faculty, Dr. Ous bin Ibrahim Al-Shamsan, said the MoU aims to furnish the Saudi labor market with highly experienced national cadres to implement Vision 2030.
The KSU has previously signed other cooperation deals with local, regional and global institutions and organizations.
In January, the KSU signed an MoU with Qatar University to promote research cooperation, build national human capital and strengthen research networks in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
King Saud University, Health Ministry sign MoU on cooperation
King Saud University, Health Ministry sign MoU on cooperation
Prince Faisal meets Syrian FM on sidelines of Munich conference
- Prince Faisal welcomed comprehensive agreement in Syria and reiterated Kingdom’s support for ongoing reconciliation efforts
MUNICH: Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani and his delegation on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference on Saturday, with talks focusing on bilateral relations and regional developments.
According to a foreign ministry statement, the meeting reviewed ties between the two countries, as well as relations between the two peoples.
Prince Faisal welcomed the comprehensive agreement in Syria, which includes the integration of institutions of the Autonomous Administration into Syrian state institutions.
The Saudi foreign minister also reiterated the Kingdom’s support for efforts by the Syrian government to preserve the country’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity.
Discussions further covered the latest regional developments and ongoing efforts to enhance security, stability, and development across the Middle East region.
