The Rector of the University of Malta, Prof. Alfred J. Vella together with Prof. Frank Bezzina Pro Rector for International Development and Quality Assurance and Ms Stefania Agius Fabri, Director, International Office received for a first courtesy visit to the UM the recently appointed High Commissioner for Australia HE Mr Matt Skelly.
During the course of the meeting, they discussed ongoing collaborations that the University of Malta has with several Australian universities and projects in which the High Commission itself has taken an active role including the Argotti Botanic Gardens and Resource Center and other activities that are of mutual interest. There is scope to exploit further the academic collaboration and research potential and consolidate the offer of exchange placements. Australia's efforts in a number of fields of global importance was recognised and efforts will be made to explore closer engagement.
The High Commissioner also made reference to the new exchange opportunity that will open up shortly with the University of Canberra.