Doha, December 21 (QNA) - The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) has welcomed 14 young professionals from the Namangan region of Uzbekistan to undertake an advanced vocational learning experience through a 10-month training program at the University.
Upon completion, these participants will become certified trainers at the newly established Uzbek-Qatari Vocational Skills Centre in Namangan, marking a significant step toward advancing vocational education and fostering collaboration between Uzbekistan and Qatar.
The initiative was launched by the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Qatar in 2024, aiming to equip Uzbekistan's youth with internationally recognized vocational skills. In March 2025, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between Uzbekistan's Centre for Progressive Reforms and UDST, laying the foundation for the Uzbek-Qatari Vocational Skills Centre.
The Centre is designed to train approximately 1,000 specialists annually across various fields. The training program, based on UDST's curricula, equips participants with the expertise required in these mid-level specializations. Graduates will earn internationally recognized certifications, opening wide opportunities for employment in Qatar, the Middle East, Europe, and the United States.
President of UDST, Dr. Salem Al Naemi, said: "This initiative reflects the University's deep commitment to applied education and its proven record in upskilling technical professionals".
He added that, through UDST's Vocational Skills Centre, an internationally accredited hub for training and certification, industry-oriented programs are delivered to equip individuals with globally relevant professional skills.
Dr. Al Naemi expressed his pleasure in welcoming the trainees from Namangan and providing them with the practical expertise they require, noting that this collaboration embodies the promotion of professional development and represents an important step for the University in contributing to Qatar's support for nations worldwide.
The program demonstrates Uzbekistan's commitment to modernizing its workforce and Qatar's dedication to supporting international educational partnerships.
The Uzbek-Qatari Vocational Skills Centre is expected to become a leading regional hub for professional training, preparing a new generation of skilled professionals. (QNA)