(12/11/23) MOGADISHU – China has taken a significant step in fostering Science and Technology in Somalia, as part of a broader collaboration under the UNESCO International Institute for STEM Education (IISTEM) initiative. This collaboration was highlighted following the recent announcement of the establishment of the IISTEM in Shanghai, China, at the 42nd Session of the UNESCO General Conference in Paris.
The Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Mogadishu emphasised this collaboration in a tweet on Sunday, noting the establishment of the IISTEM in Shanghai – the first UNESCO Category 1 Institute for STEM in China. This development marks a significant stride in fostering educational and technical expertise in developing countries like Somalia.
Somalia stands to gain considerably from this partnership, as it will provide access to advanced educational resources, expertise, and technology. This collaboration is expected to open new pathways for Somali students and professionals in the fields of science and technology, enabling them to connect with global networks and benefit from cutting-edge educational methodologies and tools. This partnership presents new opportunities for growth and development in crucial STEM fields within Somalia.
UNESCO waxay Shanghai ka dhiseysaa Machadka waxbarashada STEM oo ah markii ugu horeysay ee laga sameeyo wadamada soo koraya. China ayaa kala shaqeeyso Somalia sida ay kor ugu qaadi laheyd, Scienceka & Technologyda. pic.twitter.com/HTWo8JvCJ8
— Chinese Embassy in Somalia (@ChineseSomalia) November 12, 2023
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