Skopje, 29 October 2026 – Today, the Rector of  Mother Teresa University in Skopje, Full. Prof. Bekim Fetaji, Ph.D.,  welcomed the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of the Republic of North Macedonia, Full. Prof. Astrit Iseni, Ph.D. at an official meeting. Following a constructive meeting between the two delegations, the two institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding.

Rector Fetaji was accompanied at the meeting by the Vice-Rectors of MTU, Full. Prof. Fati Iseni, Ph.D., Full. Prof. Diturije Ismaili, Ph.D.,  and Assoc. Prof. Bujamin Bela, Ph.D. On the other hand, the Deputy Minister Iseni was accompanied by his Chief of Cabinet, Mr. Nimetulla Jakupi.

During the working meeting, Rector Fetaji briefed Deputy Minister Iseni on MTU’s academic developments and achievements, as well as the university’s capacities in the fields of science, higher education and the training of new professional personnel.

Signing this Memorandum, MTU and the Ministry of Internal Affairs agreed to establish close cooperation encompassing the exchange of knowledge and expertise between academic staff and Ministry experts; joint educational and research activities, including national and international projects, symposiums, conferences and scientific publications; the organisation of professional training programmes, seminars and lectures; as well as the creation of opportunities for MTU students to undertake internships.

This new partnership marks an important step towards strengthening inter-institutional cooperation, establishing new bridges between academia and the country’s public security institutions.