In a new milestone added to the Faculty of Technology and Education's journey toward enhancing international cooperation and linking education with industry, under the patronage of His Excellency Prof. Dr. Ashraf Mohamed Hanigel, President of Suez University, and the supervision of Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Saad Agwa, Acting Dean of the Faculty.

The Faculty received a delegation representing one of the major Chinese industrial groups to discuss avenues of joint cooperation. The visit was remarkably coordinated by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdel Salam Malek, the visit coordinator, and witnessed an honorable reception by the Faculty members, who presented a distinguished model of hospitality.

The extensive discussions covered several proposed areas of cooperation, most notably:

• Graduate Employment: Cooperating in qualifying graduates and providing them with direct employment opportunities at the group's new factory, which aims to create approximately 5,000 jobs in the Suez Governorate.

• Skills and Program Development: Designing training programs that align with modern technological advancements and labor market demands, specifically in the garment and textile industry.

• Field Training: Providing practical and applied training opportunities for the Faculty's students at the group's industrial sites and facilities.

• Employee Training and Qualification: Implementing specialized programs in collaboration with the Faculty to develop the skills of the group's workforce and enhance their professional competence.

• Research and Technical Cooperation: Utilizing the Faculty's laboratory and research capabilities to support the group's activities, and exploring cooperation opportunities in renewable energy, modern materials, and advanced technologies.

• Exchange of Expertise: Enhancing academic and technical cooperation between faculty members and the Chinese group's experts.

• Scholarships and Student Support: Exploring the possibility of offering scholarships and financial support for outstanding students to boost their professional qualification opportunities.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides emphasized the importance of transitioning from sharing visions to building a sustainable strategic partnership that integrates education, training, and employment. This meeting reflects the Faculty's and the University's commitment to aligning their academic and research capabilities with the needs of the industrial sector, thereby serving the community and achieving comprehensive industrial development in the Suez Governorate.