Derasat Center Signs Memorandum of Cooperation with Germany’s Konrad Adenauer Stiftung

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The Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat) signed a significant Memorandum of Cooperation with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) from Germany during a ceremony held at Derasat’s headquarters in Awali on Wednesday, 20 November 2024. This agreement marks a new chapter in collaborative efforts between the two institutions.

The memorandum was formalized by Dr. Hamad Ebrahim Al-Abdulla, Executive Director of Derasat, and Mr. Philipp Dienstbier, Director of the Regional Programme Gulf States at KAS. This partnership aims to enhance cooperation in research, capacity building, and the promotion of mutual understanding on matters of interest. The event was attended by a number of officials from both organizations.

During the signing ceremony, Dr. Al-Abdulla expressed his enthusiasm towards further collaboration, emphasizing the importance of joint efforts in addressing regional and global challenges. He highlighted the shared commitment to fostering peace, security, and sustainable development through research and dialogue. Mr. Dienstbier echoed these sentiments, noting that the partnership would strengthen ties between the two organizations in various fields.

The memorandum outlines several areas of potential cooperation, including collaborative academic events, research initiatives, and the exchange of knowledge and resources. Both parties agreed to work together to promote capacity building and enhance regional cooperation for the benefit of their communities.

This agreement signifies a commitment to long-term collaboration and sets the stage for impactful initiatives that will contribute to better understanding and cooperation between in variety of research related fields.