CISS-AJK & NIMA forge strategic partnership for collaborative research

ISLAMABAD, March 28 (SABAH): The Centre for International Strategic Studies (CISS) AJK and the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA), Islamabad have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance mutual collaboration in academic and research initiatives.

The agreement was formally signed at NIMA’s Head Office, Bahria University, Islamabad, by Vice Admiral (Retd.) Ahmed Saeed HI(M), President NIMA, and Dr. Asma Shakir Khawaja, Executive Director CISS-AJK.

During the signing ceremony, Vice Admiral Ahmed Saeed welcomed the delegation from CISS-AJK and emphasized the importance of fostering partnerships between research institutions. He underscored the MoU’s role in strengthening collaboration between the two think tanks, particularly in advancing research on Pakistan’s maritime affairs and related strategic issues.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Asma Shakir Khawaja highlighted that the agreement would serve as a cornerstone for knowledge-sharing, policy-oriented research, and joint educational initiatives. She reiterated that the MoU would play a pivotal role in engaging and educating Pakistan’s youth on key national and maritime security issues through coordinated academic activities.

Under this collaboration, CISS-AJK and NIMA will work together to promote high-quality research, organize seminars and conferences, and facilitate joint publications, further enriching Pakistan’s intellectual and strategic landscape.