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Palestine Technical University – Kadoorie (PTUK), represented by its President, Prof. Hussein Shanak, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Medical Education Trust (IMET2000), represented by its CEO, Prof. Malek Zaben, to strengthen cooperation in medical education and training and enhance the capacities of students and academic staff in the health sector.
In his remarks, Prof. Shanak welcomed the visiting delegation and reaffirmed the University’s commitment to expanding international partnerships that advance higher education outcomes. He noted that PTUK serves more than 12,000 students across over 122 academic programs offered at its main campus in Tulkarm and its branches in Ramallah and Al-Arroub.
Prof. Shanak highlighted the University’s strategic orientation toward medical disciplines, explaining that the Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences—currently offering three specializations—represents a foundational step toward establishing a comprehensive medical faculty in the future. This direction aims to broaden academic offerings while ensuring access to high-quality education without economic barriers.
He further emphasized that such partnerships are designed to provide high-impact opportunities for students, strengthen practical training, and enhance skills aligned with the needs of local and regional labor markets.
For his part, Prof. Zaben expressed his appreciation for the collaboration, affirming the organization’s commitment to supporting training and capacity-building in the health field. He noted that the MoU will facilitate professional development, clinical training opportunities, and specialized programs for both academic staff and students in health-related disciplines.
Prof. Zaben added that the agreement covers cooperation in professional training, capacity building, scholarships, and clinical research development, as well as training in emergency and trauma care, in support of the University’s health education and professional development initiatives.
The signing ceremony was attended by representatives from both sides. From PTUK: Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Mo’tamed Al-Khatib, Dean of the Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences Dr. Rabab Jarar, Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Alaa Issa, Assistant President for International Academic Cooperation Dr. Rana Samara, and Legal Advisor Mr. Amjad Zaidat. From IMET2000: Dr. Fadi Zaben (Palestine Representative), Dr. Ahmad Rajoub (Medical Education Officer), Ms. Alia Al-Tardi (Administrative Assistant), and Mr. Osama Enaya (Nursing Education Officer).
