UAMD delegation visits Bragança Polytechnic University to strengthen strategic collaboration

A delegation from Aleksandër Moisiu University of Durrës (UAMD), Albania, one of its strategic partners within the STARS EU Alliance, visited Bragança Polytechnic University (IPB) from 26 to 30 June. The delegation, led by Rector Shkëlqim Fortuzi, included Vice-Rector Azeta Tartaraj, deans and faculty members from various scientific fields.

The visit aimed to deepen institutional cooperation already underway between the two institutions, while promoting strategic alignment in areas such as Management, Education, Languages, Public Administration and Law.

The programme began on 26 June with an official reception at the IPB Presidency, followed by a visit to the School of Technology and Management (ESTiG) and UNIAG – Applied Management Research Unit. Discussions focused on ongoing and potential collaboration within the International Business Management joint degree and other shared initiatives in Management and Information Systems.

Participation in Helix’25 Conference

In the following days, UAMD representatives took part in the international Helix’25 Conference, hosted by IPB. The event gathered researchers, academics, and public and private stakeholders to discuss regional innovation and sustainability.

Further meetings were held at the School of Education (ESEB) and CITeD – Transdisciplinary Research Center in Education and Development, to explore cooperation in Education and Language studies.

This visit reflects the growing bonds within STARS EU, reinforcing the alliance’s mission to foster internationalisation, knowledge co-creation, and sustainable regional development across Europe.