A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) and the Centre of Research and Innovation in Maritime Affairs (CRIMA) on 17 July 23 at NIMA Head Office at Bahria University, Islamabad. The documents were duly endorsed with the signatures of Vice Admiral (Retd) Ahmed Saeed HI(M), DG NIMA, and Dr. Sajid Mahmood Shahzad, Chairman CRIMA (VC Minhaj University, Lahore).

           By signing the MoU, the two parties agreed to establish a formal mechanism of collaboration and cooperation to expand the research and academic activities between the two institutions and to promote quality research. It will also help in synergizing joint activities related to maritime affairs of Pakistan.

           On the occasion, DG NIMA assured wholehearted support to CRIMA in the conduct of research, policy analysis, and the advancement of the maritime interests of Pakistan. Chairman CRIMA said that the MoU will greatly help in generating awareness amongst the youth of Pakistan through jointly coordinated educational activities.