Manama: The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) - Medical University of Bahrain welcomed a delegation from the Ministry of Education of the Sultanate of Oman, emphasising the partnership between the university and the Sultanate in advancing health sciences education and healthcare leadership.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the delegation included Dr. Abdullah bin Ali Al Shibli, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education for Higher Education of the Sultanate of Oman; Fahd bin Saeed Al Qasabi, Director General of Scholarships; Salem bin Saeed Al Shaqsi, Head of the Coordination Department at the Office of the Undersecretary for Higher Education; and Abdulaziz bin Saeed Al Wahaibi, Academic and Financial Officer at the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
During the visit, the delegation met with Professor Sameer Otoom, President of RCSI Medical University of Bahrain, and members of the university's senior management team to review the progress of the partnership and explore opportunities for further collaboration in higher education and healthcare workforce development. The visit also included a tour of the New Academic Building, which is currently under construction.
The discussions built on the cooperation agreement in higher education and scholarships, which supports the sponsorship of Omani students pursuing medical studies at RCSI Medical University of Bahrain, and reflected a shared commitment to developing future healthcare professionals and leaders in the Sultanate of Oman.
The two sides also explored extending scholarship opportunities to additional health-related disciplines at RCSI Medical University of Bahrain. The proposed expansion would support Oman's healthcare priorities by strengthening the pipeline of healthcare professionals equipped to meet evolving healthcare needs.
The meeting also highlighted the academic achievements of Omani students enrolled at the university, as well as the accomplishments of alumni contributing to healthcare systems in Oman and across the region.
Professor Sameer Otoom said the partnership is founded on a shared vision for advancing education, healthcare and human capital development. He expressed pride in the achievements of Omani students and graduates and said the university looks forward to expanding cooperation and supporting Oman's future healthcare workforce through education across medicine and other health-related disciplines.
Dr. Abdullah bin Ali Al Shibli said the partnership between the Ministry of Education of the Sultanate of Oman and RCSI Medical University of Bahrain represents an investment in the future of healthcare and higher education. He highlighted the university's commitment to education, research and community service, as well as its support for Omani students, and expressed hope for further cooperation that contributes to the continued development of Oman's healthcare sector.
The visit concluded with both sides emphasising their commitment to advancing healthcare education, fostering academic excellence and creating opportunities for future generations of healthcare professionals in the Sultanate of Oman, while strengthening cooperation between the two institutions.