This milestone represents an international acknowledgment of An-Najah’s outstanding academic and research excellence, underscoring the university’s sustained commitment to developing impactful regional and global initiatives through international partnerships — particularly with the Union for the Mediterranean.

The recognition was formally confirmed in an official letter addressed to the Grants and Projects Center at An-Najah University, highlighting the university’s active role in leading collaborative research and development initiatives.

Prof. Abdel Nasser Zeid, President of An-Najah National University, expressed his deep pride in this achievement, stating:

“We are proud that An-Najah National University has become an active partner in regionally recognized projects endorsed by prestigious international institutions such as the Union for the Mediterranean. This accomplishment reinforces our position on the global academic map and reflects our ability to contribute to addressing developmental, educational, and environmental challenges in our region.”

He added: “An-Najah will continue to serve as a hub for innovation and international collaboration — a center of knowledge production whose impact extends beyond national borders to advance sustainable development across the Mediterranean region.”

Her Excellency Dr. Kherieh Rassas, Vice President for International Partnerships and Global Initiatives, emphasized that earning the UfM Label for the BASE Project embodies the university’s vision of expanding its international presence and strengthening its global partnerships.

“This recognition serves as a strong motivation to continue building bridges of academic and research cooperation with regional and international institutions,” Dr. Rassas noted. “The UfM Label stands as a mark of appreciation for the efforts of the project team and our outstanding partners who contributed to this success.”

She added that An-Najah University remains steadfast in developing projects with tangible societal impact by enhancing cooperation with the Union for the Mediterranean to foster innovation, empower youth, and build capacities in education, research, and sustainable development.