General Organization for Geology Signs MOU with Damascus University
A strategic memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed in Damascus between the General Organization for Geology and Mineral Resources and Damascus University. The agreement aims to strengthen scientific, research, and practical cooperation between the two institutions. The signing took place on the sidelines of an academic-industrial forum organized by the Faculty of Science at Damascus University, which saw significant participation from representatives across Syria’s academic and industrial sectors.
The MOU was signed by the Director General of the General Organization for Geology and Mineral Resources, Siraj Al-Hariri, and the President of Damascus University, Dr. Mustafa Saem Al-Dahr. This partnership is designed to expand cooperation by leveraging the university’s academic expertise and research capabilities to advance geological work and exploration efforts.
Representatives from both sides emphasized that this collaboration is part of a broader institutional effort to integrate academic research with industrial application. The initiative aims to enhance work efficiency and develop innovative technical solutions that support national industry. Furthermore, the partnership seeks to maximize the benefits derived from the nation’s mineral resources, ultimately contributing to sustainable development goals, supporting reconstruction efforts, and strengthening the national economy.
The academic-industrial forum included a series of discussion sessions focused on fostering partnerships between production sectors and universities. The dialogues centered on methods to transform scientific research outcomes into practical, applied solutions that address the technical and professional challenges currently faced by the Syrian industrial sector. As part of the events, participants conducted field visits to scientific and research laboratories within the Faculty of Science to assess existing technical resources. The forum also featured an exhibition showcasing research and applied projects tailored to meet the needs of the labor market and the industrial sector.
This initiative is part of an ongoing series of efforts to activate the role of educational and research institutions in supporting productive economic sectors. At this stage, the integration of scientific and professional efforts is essential for developing the investment of national resources and utilizing scientific expertise across various fields of geological study and exploration.
Source: Syria Focus Arabic
