Minister of Higher Education Discusses with UNESCO Enhancing Cooperation, Developing Higher Education

Minister Dammaj, Princess Dana Initiate International Workshop on Controlling Illicit Trafficking of Yemeni Cultural Properties

The Minister of Culture and Tourism Eng. Motea Damaj and the Chairwoman of the Jordanian National Heritage Fund, Chairwoman of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) - Jordan and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Cultural Heritage, Princess Dana Firas and the Representative of the American Foundation Zaydon Zayed initiated today, Saturday, in Amman, an international workshop on combating the illicit trafficking of Yemeni cultural property.

Second Day of International Media Forum on Islamic Civilization Kicks Off in Tashkent

The second day of the International Media Forum “Islamic Civilization: A New Perspective – New Discoveries” commenced today, Wednesday, at the Center for Islamic Civilization in the Uzbek capital, Tashkent.

German Exports Rise 3.9 Percent

The total of German exports increased by 3.9 percent during the first half of 2026 compared to the same period last year, reaching 817.8 billion euros.

Al Nassr Beat Al Fateh 3-0 in Saudi Football League

Al Nassr defeated Al Fateh 3-0 in the opening round of the Saudi Pro League, known as the Roshn Saudi League.

Last Update: ، 2026/08/29 Time 11:37:21
Latest News:

Amb. al-Maitami Celberate Yemeni-Chinese Relations

Yemen Participates in Opening of 63rd Damascus International Fair

King Salman Humanitarian Aid Centre Launches Distribution of More Than 3,640 Food Baskets in Taiz

Foreign Minister Arrives in Doha on Second Stop of Gulf Tour

Yemen’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Discusses Bilateral Relations with Somali Counterpart

Minister of Higher Education Discusses with UNESCO Enhancing Cooperation, Developing Higher Education

[26/02/2026 07:05]

ADEN – SABA
Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Amin Numan met Thursday with Dr. Ahmed Samir, Coordinator of the UNESCO Regional Center for Quality and Excellence in Education in Yemen.

The two parties discussed mechanisms for strengthening joint cooperation and ways to support and develop higher education and scientific research institutions.

The meeting reviewed the projects and programs implemented by the Center led by procedural steps adopted within the project to develop the University of Aden’s strategy for the years (2027–2032).

The discussion also addressed the possibility of expanding the Center’s support to cover various academic and research fields, as well as updating the agreement signed between the Ministry and the Center in a way that ensures broader benefits for all Yemeni universities.

Minister Numan affirmed the Ministry’s serious commitment to making quality and academic accreditation a top priority in both public and private universities in the coming phase.

He pointed to the urgent need to strengthen coordination with international centers of expertise to benefit from their leading experiences in developing and ensuring the quality of higher education systems.

The Minister also highlighted the qualitative projects prepared by the Academic Accreditation and Quality Assurance Council, noting that they will be presented for in-depth discussion with the Center in upcoming meetings in preparation for implementation.

He praised the role played by the UNESCO Regional Center in supporting the education sector and its contributions to promoting concepts of quality and institutional excellence.