Astana, Kazakhstan - 20 November 2025 - The Director General of the Islamic Organisation for Food Security, Ambassador Berik Aryn, received the Executive Director of Murdoch University Dubai and Director of Strategic Partnerships for the MENA region, Dr. Mohamed Bamatraf, at its Headquarters in Astana.
The discussion focused on strengthening cooperation in the field of food security in Central Asia, particularly through joint academic initiatives, applied research, and institutional partnership frameworks. Both parties also agreed to enhance collaboration on Youth Talent Development in Central Asia.
The IOFS and Murdoch University reaffirmed their readiness to develop concrete joint actions that support education, research excellence, and long-term capacity development across OIC Member States .
