Adama Science and Technology University (ASTU) and Ethiopian Conformity Assessment Enterprise (ECAE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on May 10, 2025, at ASTU's president office. Dr. Teshome Abdo, Vice President for academic affairs of ASTU and Engineer Meaza Abera, Director General of the Ethiopian Conformity Assessment Enterprise signed the agreement.

The partnership aims to work together in research, training, resource sharing, developing joint projects, building institutional capacity, technology transfer, professional visits, and providing conformity assessment and quality assurance services. This collaboration is expected to strengthen both organizations and improve their services.