National University of Modern Languages (NUML) and Institute of Cost and Management Accountants International (ICMA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost the mutual cooperation in the field of research, development and innovation. The MoU was signed by the Director General NUML Brig. Syed Nadir Ali and President ICMA Seahzad Ahmed Malik in a ceremony held at NUML on Thursday. Pro Rector Research Dr. Zubair, Registrar NUML Dr. Atif Faraz and other were also present on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion Director General NUML Brig Syed Nadir Ali has said that strong and active relation between academia to academia can promote the research and innovation culture in the country. He ensured President ICMA that NUML will extend fullest cooperation with the institute under this MoU and also suggested to organize joint seminars and workshops. President ICMA Shehzad Malik while briefing regarding ICMA said that Institute of Cost and Management Accountants (ICMA) is a regulatory body of cost and management accounts which work under Ministry of Finance. It has 10 branches in Pakistan and 5 in abroad. He was of the view that NUML and ICMA can jointly contribute for betterment of students. He further said that expert exchange programs, internships for NUML students, joint seminar/conferences etc. will be initiated through MoU.