In a move reflecting a commitment to enhancing knowledge and connecting it to societal realities, Engineer Ahmed Abdullah Al-Quraiti—owner and founder of the agricultural city on the Aden/Abyan road—received a copy of a study entitled “The Interrelationships of Yemeni Migration.” This presentation came within the framework of positive communication between intellectuals and investment entities, aiming to raise awareness about national issues and the repercussions of migration on society, the economy, and human relations. The agricultural city project is one of the largest residential and investment projects in the Abyan and Aden governorates, making the acquisition of a scholarly study by its institutional base a significant step, especially given the intersection of migration with development, the associated shifts in urban and investment needs, and the role of expatriates in supporting the national economy and maintaining ties with their homeland.
The copy was presented to Engineer Al-Quraiti by: Dr. Amr Ma’dikarib Al-Hamdani, Member of the Shura Council and Member of the Publication Committee. Professor Al-Azzi Al-Salawi, Advisor to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriate Affairs and Member of the Publication Committee. During the handover, the importance of such studies in providing a well-documented analysis of the impacts of Yemeni migration and its reciprocal effects between Yemen and the diaspora was emphasized. These effects encompass family ties and social identity, as well as economic opportunities and the transformations occurring in the work and investment environment. For his part, Engineer Ahmed Abdullah Al-Quraiti expressed his appreciation for this initiative, noting that receiving the study aligns with his commitment to utilizing knowledge and research findings that address societal realities. This, he explained, helps in developing broader perspectives that can directly or indirectly influence development paths within existing projects and enhance their contribution to serving the people.
Those responsible for the handover also affirmed that making printed copies available to influential figures and institutions is a practical step towards disseminating scientific knowledge and transforming the study's content into accessible and engaging material. This, in turn, raises societal awareness and supports development initiatives based on a deeper understanding of the impactful phenomena. In conclusion, the meeting ended with a shared affirmation that when knowledge reaches investment and development institutions, it contributes to guiding decisions in a better way and gives projects a dimension more related to the needs and challenges of society, reflecting a positive message that research and study are no less impactful than executive work, but together they form a pillar of development.