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Ruler of Sharjah signs agreement with Monash

23 November 2005

Monash was a hive of activity last week when Chancellor Mr Jerry Ellis, Vice-Chancellor Professor Richard Larkins, deans, senior management staff and researchers attended to a distinguished international leader.

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammed Al-Qassimi with Professor Larkins in the foreground.

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammed Al-Qassimi, Ruler of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, and his entourage visited the Clayton and Parkville campuses over two days to strengthen and encourage links between the two countries.

The high-profile visit began on Monday morning with the signing of an agreement between Monash and the University of Sharjah for the introduction of an education program. His Excellency Dr Saeed Mohammed Al-Shamsi, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates, and members of the Victorian Office of Premier and Cabinet were also present.

Professor Larkins said the visit would ensure collaboration with Sharjah, and the University of Sharjah, would remain active in higher education and research and that cooperation would be ongoing.

Monash's Victorian College of Pharmacy and the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences have helped establish the Colleges of Medicine and Pharmacy at the University of Sharjah in a highly successful collaborative program.

The University of Sharjah was founded by a decree of his Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, and it commenced its educational programs in 1997.

Sharjah is the third largest of the seven Emirates and is seen as the most cultural and scientific. The Sultan has received several accolades for his commitment to cultural development.