A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the University of Malta.

Through this agreement, the two parties have expressed an interest in establishing bilateral cooperation in the setting up of an education programme leading to a Master’s Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Culture.  

Vice-president Professor Liu Ping signed the agreement on behalf of Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, while Rector Professor Juanito Camilleri signed on behalf of University of Malta. This meeting has been facilitated by Reno Calleja, the president of the Malta China Friendship Society and by professors from both universities. The Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China was present at the signing ceremony.

The parties will endeavour to sign a Specific Framework Agreement within a year, while both parties shall be exploring the possibilities of other forms of academic and clinical cooperation in the field of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine.