The Sino-North Africa Education Innovation Association led a formal visit to Tunisia with representatives from the Shanghai Industrial and Commercial Polytechnic and Jiangsu Food and Pharmaceutical Science College

On Friday, May 3, 2024, the University of Monastir warmly welcomed a delegation from Shanghai Industrial and Commercial Polytechnic and Jiangsu Food and Pharmaceutical Science College. The visit, initiated by the president of the University of Monastir, marked a significant step towards fostering international cooperation between the institutions.

The highlight of the visit was the signing of a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), establishing a framework for a multifaceted partnership. The areas of collaboration outlined in the MoU include:

1. Joint Education Programs (2+1)

2. Faculty Members Academic Exchange Programs

3. Student Exchange Programs

4. Joint Academic Conferences and Scientific Research Programs

5. Double Degree and Joint Program Development

6. Chinese Language Courses

The representative from Shanghai Industrial and Commercial Polytechnic:

· ZHANG YANG: Vice President

· YE JIANNONG: Dean of the School of Intelligent Manufacturing and Automobile

· WANG WANRONG: Officer of the Admissions and Employment Office

The representative from Jiangsu Food and Pharmaceutical Science College:

· JIA SHAOQIAN: Vice President

· WU YIFAN: Associate Professor

The representative from University of Monastir:

· HEDI BEL HADJ SALAH: President of Monastir University

· KAMEL CHARRADA: Vice President of Monastir University

· RAOUI MAAROUFI: Director of the High Institute of Biotechnology

· HATEM MSAKNI: General Secretary of Monastir University

· SAAD BORGHOL: Director of the High Institute of Language of Moknine

· SAOUSEN HARZALLAH: Secretary for International Cooperation

· ABBES SAMIR: Representative of the High Institute of Computing and Mathematics

· SALMA AMAMOU: Secretary for International Cooperation

· KAOUTHER MZOUGHI: Secretary for International Cooperation

In the presence of members of the SNAEIA Association:

ALI BENZARTI: Vice President

MARY ZHAO: Deputy Secretary General

AMEL BHOURI: Secretary Monastir

This agreement marks a promising beginning for long-term collaboration between the institutions. The shared commitment to academic excellence and cultural exchange is expected to yield significant benefits for students, faculty, and the broader educational communities in both China and Tunisia. The partnership aims to bridge gaps, foster innovation, and promote a deeper understanding between the two regions.

The University of Monastir looks forward to a fruitful and enduring relationship with its Chinese counterparts, anticipating many successful initiatives and projects in the years to come.