Pact to develop local talents in diplomacy, national security
abu Dhabi: Rabdan Academy and Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance joint cooperation between the two Academies in the fields of international relations, diplomacy, safety, security, defence, emergency and crisis management.
The signing ceremony took place at AGDA in Abu Dhabi, where the MOU was signed by James Morse, President of Rabdan Academy; and Nickolay Mladenov,directorgeneralofagda,inthepresence of a number of senior officials from both institutions.
The strategic partnership between the two Academies will pave the way for an opportunity to exchangerelevantknowledgeandexpertise,provide technical and consulting services, and develop professional academic and training programme. This will also facilitate joint research collaboration that contributes to developing diplomatic and security studies and solutions to the most complex issues in international relations.
The two Academies also seek, through this cooperation, to provide a joint plaform that supports the development of diplomatic, security, and defence capacities and competencies, through the global expertise of both Academies that combine academic and specialised research education, and professional expertise at the international level.
James Morse, President of Rabdan Academy, said, “This partnership will enhance the level of national resilience in the country through a joint plaform that combines skills and competencies of diplomacy and international relations, and those related to safety, security, defence, emergency and crisis management. This will positively reflect on the development of an integrated set of unique and exceptional skills that provide the highest level of professional performance and keep pace with the requirements of today’s rapidly changing world.”
Nickolay Mladenov, Director General of AGDA, said, “AGDA is commited to working with local and international organisations to offer the best preparation for future diplomats. This MOU reflects our willingness to provide premier training to future diplomats in collaboration with leading UAE institutions. The Rabdan Academy is a perfect partner for this goal.”