TRENDS Research & Advisory has signed a cooperation agreement with the Abu Dhabi School of Management to advance collaboration in research, academic activities, and areas of mutual interest that support the strategic objectives of both institutions. The agreement aims to expand opportunities to disseminate accurate knowledge and to serve decision-makers and stakeholders across various fields.

The agreement was signed on behalf of TRENDS by Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research & Advisory, and on behalf of the Abu Dhabi School of Management by Dr. Tayeb Kamali, Chairman of the school’s Board of Trustees.

The signing took place on the sidelines of the TRENDS 2nd Annual Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence, held at TRENDS’ headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The agreement underscores the strong ties between the two institutions. It highlights the complementary roles of academic research in expanding the knowledge base, leveraging accumulated expertise, and strengthening avenues of cooperation and coordination in support of their strategic objectives and shared scientific and research goals.

Under the agreement, both parties will collaborate on joint research projects, public opinion surveys, and applied and field studies. The partnership also includes exchanging experts and researchers, benefiting from each other’s experience, and cooperating to organize joint events, including conferences, symposia, dialogue sessions, workshops, and lectures. In addition, the two sides will exchange publications, make use of available databases, information, and research resources, and collaborate across various training programs.

Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali noted that the partnership with the Abu Dhabi School of Management reflects TRENDS’ commitment to strengthening its partnerships and channeling them toward serious and rigorous scientific research. He praised the school as a distinguished academic and administrative institution that plays a vital role in providing educational and professional development to prepare capable and empowered future generations.

Dr. Tayeb Kamali, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Abu Dhabi School of Management, commended TRENDS’ research efforts and international reputation. He emphasized that this collaboration embodies the shared vision of both institutions to support and empower young human capital to lead the future. He added that the agreement allows both sides to benefit from their combined expertise and to engage directly with the business community to acquire practical leadership and management skills.

The Abu Dhabi School of Management is one of the institutions of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It plays a key role in developing and enhancing human capital in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates by offering specialized postgraduate programs.