The American University of Beirut’s Mediterranean campus, known as AUB – Mediterraneo, was officially inaugurated at the Paphos Innovation Centre.  The event was attended by the Ministers of Education of Cyprus and Lebanon, The US Ambassador, and the Paphos Mayor.  “The establishment of AUB – Mediterraneo in Paphos is a significant step forward in our collective pursuit of excellence in education”, said Education Minister Athena Michaelidou.  “It will empower our students to explore, question and contribute to advancing knowledge and understanding.”  She argued that higher education in Cyprus has made tremendous progress over the recent years and continues to develop with the establishment of new higher education institutions.  “Our commitment to academic excellence and the provision of high-quality higher education leads to establishing more universities, establishing Cyprus as a regional and an international educational, technological and research centre of excellence”.  She added that the opening of new universities contributes to the further enhancement of the economy.  “This momentous occasion marks a culmination of dedication, collaboration and a shared vision for education that transcends borders”.  The AUB-Mediterraneo is the first satellite campus of the University outside Lebanon.  “A rich legacy spanning over 157 years has influenced the life of thousands of students and left its mark based on its global reputation as an academic institution,” Michaelidou.  US Ambassador Julie D. Fisher expressed the United States “deep pride in the exceptional bilateral relationship” with Cyprus, characterising it as a cornerstone for stability, prosperity, and democracy in the Eastern Mediterranean and the broader global context.  The Ambassador underscored the significance of people-to-people connections between the United States and Cyprus, highlighting their foundational role in achieving shared security and prosperity and promoting common values. (ICE BEIRUT)

Fonte notizia: Financial Mirror