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Union of OIC News Agencies and COMSTECH to collaborate in media and research

Islamabad, Hilal Ahmad, 15 January, AZERTAC
The Union of News Agencies of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (UNA) and the Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH) have signed a memorandum of cooperation at the COMSTECH Secretariat in Islamabad, Pakistan. This marks a significant step towards fostering collaboration in education, media, and research across the Islamic world.
The agreement was signed by UNA Director General Mohammed bin Abdul Rabbah Al-Yami and COMSTECH Coordinator General Prof. Dr. Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary.
The memorandum aims to enhance cooperation between the two OIC bodies in the fields of education and scientific and technological awareness, strengthen the role of media in disseminating advancements in science and technology, promote scholarships, educational programs, and research opportunities for students and researchers in Islamic countries, provide training and capacity-building initiatives for communication and information professionals in member states.
This partnership is expected to significantly contribute to the development of education, scientific awareness, and media capacity in OIC member states, advancing the missions of both UNA and COMSTECH.