The University of Tokyo and the MiSK Foundation in Saudi Arabia have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish the Mohammad bin Salman Center.Based on the "Japan-Saudi Vision 2030" between Japan and Saudi Arabia, the purpose is to promote cooperation and cooperation with the support of Saudi Arabia students.
According to the University of Tokyo, the signing ceremony was attended by Makoto Gonokami, President of the University of Tokyo, Chairman of the Initiative Center of the Badel Al Asakermisk Foundation, and Naif Al Fahadi, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Japan.
"Although the relationship between the two countries is already strong and special, there is no doubt that the signing of this memorandum will promote cooperation in the fields of science and technology, research and education," said Asakel.In response, President Gonokami thanked Saudi Arabia for its continued cooperation and said, "I look forward to the further development of the relationship."
The Salman Center plans to support innovation in Japan and Saudi Arabia in various fields such as big data, cyber security, renewable energy, robot technology, and medical care.We are also planning to support students from Saudi Arabia who are studying at the University of Tokyo.
The MiSK Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 2011 by Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman of Saudi Arabia.By giving scholarships to Saudi Arabian students and supporting the world's top universities, we aim to develop human resources and develop the economy in Saudi Arabia.
