In a qualitative achievement that adds to its record of academic and scientific development, Jazan University has announced its official membership in the International Association of Science Parks and Innovation Zones (IASP). This represents international recognition of the university's position as a leading institution in supporting innovation and the knowledge economy, and contributes to consolidating its role as a key player within the research, development, and entrepreneurship systems at the local and global levels.
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University President Dr. Mohammed bin Hassan Abu Rasin emphasized that this membership represents a strategic shift in the university's journey toward internationalization, noting that it will open new horizons for cooperation with more than 150 international entities, including universities, research centers, and scientific and technical centers from around the world.
He added: “The university’s membership in IASP represents a promising opportunity to exchange knowledge and expertise, participate in global innovation initiatives and projects, and strengthen its international network of relationships with leading entities in innovation and technology.”
Strengthening the university's academic and research role globally
Dr. Abu Rasin explained that IASP membership will contribute to highlighting Jazan University's academic and research standing on the international stage and support its efforts to achieve sustainable development based on knowledge and innovation. He emphasized that the university is making steady progress toward building an integrated research and development system through business incubators, innovation centers, and scientific partnerships.
About IASP
The International Association of Science Parks and Innovation Zones (IASP) is one of the world's leading international networks dedicated to connecting stakeholders in innovation ecosystems around the world. IASP works to stimulate joint projects, exchange best practices in science and technology park management, and build innovative communities based on international cooperation and knowledge exchange.
The organization's membership includes major academic and scientific institutions and technology zones from more than 70 countries, and it is a global reference for developing sustainable innovation environments.
A step towards the future
Jazan University's membership in IASP affirms the university's position among ambitious Saudi universities seeking to provide an advanced model of higher education based on innovation, entrepreneurship, and strengthening international partnerships, serving the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 in building a competitive knowledge economy.
