SDG 17: PARTNERSHIP FOR THE GOALS

Introduction

ASU actively embraces SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals as a cornerstone of its approach to sustainable development. The university recognizes the importance of collaboration and cooperation to achieve the ambitious targets set forth by the United Nations. ASU forms strategic partnerships with regional and international universities like Ajman University and London South Bank University, fostering knowledge exchange, joint research projects, and academic collaboration.

Furthermore, ASU engages in partnerships with prominent organizations such as Huawei Technologies Bahrain, Bahrain Institute for Political Development, Council of Representatives, Shura Council, and the University for Peace. These partnerships facilitate the sharing of expertise, resources, and innovative ideas to address global challenges and promote sustainable development on various fronts.

By actively seeking partnerships, ASU demonstrates its commitment to creating a network of like-minded institutions and organizations, working collectively towards the achievement of the SDGs.  Through its extensive network of collaborations, ASU plays a vital role in promoting cross-sectoral partnerships, knowledge sharing, and cooperation, thus contributing to the collective effort of achieving the SDGs and creating a more sustainable and prosperous future for all.

Collaboration during COVID-19  

The Kingdom of Bahrain demonstrated extraordinary efforts in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, with partnerships and collaborations playing a pivotal role, both in establishing communication channels between government ministries to address healthcare needs, and actively engaging in international partnerships, for example, dispatching doctors to support other healthcare systems and exchanging strategies with the United Kingdom, Italy, and Germany. 

Development and Humanitarian Assistance

Bahrain plays a role in providing humanitarian assistance globally, with the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) and the Bahrain Red Crescent Society being major organizations involved. For example, the RHF has been active in providing aid across the world, including assisting Syrian refugees in Jordan and responding to floods in Pakistan.

Partnerships with UN Agencies  

The Government has established impactful partnerships with various UN entities such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) for specific projects. Furthermore, the UN Strategic and Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) provides a comprehensive, long-term framework for achieving sustainable development in the Kingdom, through partnership with the UN agencies operating on the ground, in four key priority areas: Environment, energy, and food; quality and comprehensive social services; Economic diversification, public administration, and resilience; and Bahrain among nations.

IISS Regional Security Summit  

The Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa Academy for Diplomatic Studies was established in August 2019, to train the Kingdom’s diplomats. The Academy aims to become a regionally and internationally renowned Academy of diplomatic training and research by creating various programs that equip individuals with the knowledge and tools required in the field of diplomacy.