TRENDS Research & Advisory has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Korea Information & Communication Technology Industry Association (KICTA), aimed at enhancing research cooperation and the exchange of expertise in areas of mutual interest – particularly in the social, political, and economic studies related to technological transformations.

The MoU was signed by TRENDS CEO Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali and Mr. Jang Young Ro, Chairman of KICTA, on behalf of the Korean side.

The agreement seeks to support original, evidence-based research and utilize its outcomes in serving society and decision-makers. It also aims to broaden the knowledge base and strengthen local and global research partnerships.

Areas of cooperation include conducting joint studies and field surveys, exchanging experts and non-resident researchers, organizing scientific events such as conferences, symposia, and workshops, exchanging scientific publications and journals, and co-authoring research reports.

Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali emphasized that this MoU represents a new step in TRENDS’ openness to distinguished international partnerships, which will enhance its contribution to advancing research and serving societal issues. He added that collaboration with KICTA will enrich TRENDS’ efforts in future-oriented and technological fields.

For his part, Mr. Jang Young Ro, Chairman of KICTA, expressed his pleasure in signing the agreement, stressing that it forms a solid foundation for strengthening cooperation between the two institutions in the areas of research and development, and opens up avenues for knowledge and expertise exchange between both sides.