SDG 17: Focus Areas
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
Collaboration and partnerships are essential to UOB’s sustainability strategy. The university works with governmental, private, and international entities to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
MoUs with UAE University, Shanghai University, Open Arab University, and ACCA
Expanded international collaboration in research, joint programs, and student exchange. Strengthened knowledge-sharing and academic cooperation networks.
MOU with GCC General Secretariat
This collaboration focuses on developing academic exchange, policy research, and regional integration among GCC universities.
MOU with Lancaster University (UK)
The partnership promotes joint academic programs, research, and exchange initiatives to enhance global cooperation in higher education.
MOU with Sultan Qaboos University (Oman)
A regional academic partnership fostering cooperation in education, sustainability research, and student development.
MOU with Halal Science Center (Thailand)
This partnership supports scientific and policy research in food safety and Halal certification, promoting international collaboration in science-based standards.
MOU with Arabian Gulf University
Strengthening collaboration in health sciences and sustainability research, this partnership advances joint academic objectives within the Gulf region.
MOU with Royal Humanitarian Foundation
Focused on humanitarian and community engagement, this partnership promotes sustainable social development and volunteerism.
MOU with Bahrain Society of Engineers
This collaboration supports engineering education, innovation, and technical capacity building, contributing to Bahrain’s infrastructure goals.
INJAZ Bahrain Partnership
UOB collaborates with INJAZ Bahrain to promote entrepreneurship and innovation among university students, linking education with the labor market.
