Trends Research and Advisory and the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) in Australia sign a memorandum of research cooperation

Trends Center for Research and Advisory signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) of Australia. The agreement determines ways of cooperation and they shall exchange experts and accumulated experience in the fields of research, science, training and development. The two sides shall hold joint international conferences, forums and seminars.

The memorandum comes as part Trends' global outreach and strategic plan It reflects TRENDS’ openness to international academic and research institutions. The Center is keen to build focused research and scientific relations and partnerships with major think tanks and research centres.

The MOU was signed by Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of Trends Research and Advisory and Brett Savill, Chief Operating Officer of the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP).

The memorandum shall strengthen partnership and coordination between the two sides in areas of common interest, especially in the field of scientific and academic studies and research and exchange of experts and researchers.

Dr. Mohammed Al Ali said that consolidating relations with international research, scientific and consulting institutions and centers is an essential pillar of Trends research strategy. Dr. Al-Ali indicated that global research centers have a reputable history in the area of meaningful scientific research.

Dr. Al Ali added that: “this agreement will contribute to strengthening cooperation between Trends and the Institute for Economics and Peace in Australia, in scientific research, exchange of experiences and research output and delivers high-quality research output that meet the needs of the research and academic communities.”

Brett Saville praised the fruitful and constructive partnership with TRENDS Research and Advisory and expressed his hope that the provisions and objectives of the memorandum will surely be achieved.

Mr. Saville explained that cooperation with “Trends” shall support scientific and research partnerships. The agreement shall strengthen networks of relations with international partners and help the two sides exchange views and insights on relevant issues and developments for both sides. The two sides shall analyze the dimensions of such issues and envisage their future implications.