ROME (ITALPRESS) – Rome’s Sapienza University is looking to expand its digital footprint in Malta through its online branch, UnitelmaSapienza.
The Malta Foreign Affairs Ministry confirmed that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed this week in Rome, establishing “a structured framework for enhanced cooperation” between the two nations.
The MoU was signed by Professor Bruno Botta, Rector of UnitelmaSapienza, and Malta’s Ambassador to Italy, Daniel Azzopardi, in the presence of Minister Ian Borg and other officials.
The agreement follows Professor Botta’s visit to Malta last year, where he met with Minister Borg in Valletta to discuss future collaborations.
According to the ministry, the MoU “sets out a structured approach to explore the possible establishment of a Sapienza presence in Malta, the provision of academic and professional services in sectors relevant to the Maltese economy, and cooperation in education and training, including areas of interest to Maltese diplomats and public officials.”
Minister Borg praised UnitelmaSapienza, EducationMalta, and the Maltese Embassy in Rome for swiftly building on last year’s discussions.
“This agreement will advance the development of academics and students in our countries and beyond. Quality education is the most effective pathway to equality, resilience, and prosperity,” Borg said, urging both sides to create tangible opportunities that contribute to socio-economic growth.
Professor Botta highlighted that the agreement reflects a shared commitment to strengthening academic and institutional ties between Malta and Italy.
Present at the signing were UnitelmaSapienza’s Director General, Mauro Giustozzi; Vice Rectors Rosella Castellano and Pier Luigi Petrillo; and the Head of the Internationalisation Office, Maria Grazia Semilia.
The MoU paves the way for future collaborations in education, training, and professional services, signaling a new chapter in Maltese-Italian academic cooperation.
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