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The Knowledge Summit: An on-going journey in leading the
knowledge landscape, empowering innovation and inspiring
creative minds
Aug 11, 2024 (MENAFN via COMTEX) --
(MENAFN - Orient Planet Group) 08 August 2024 - Since its launch, the Knowledge Summit has paved the way for
knowledge beacons, spreading the message of education, science, and innovation through eight successful and
distinguished editions. Over the years, the event has witnessed substantial growth in terms of the number of sessions,
speakers, and participants. More than 747 sessions have been organized, which focused on significant knowledge and
science topics. Featuring over 1,765 speakers, prominent minds, experts, entrepreneurs, government officials, and key
decision-makers from across the globe, the knowledge summit has attracted over 81,000 stakeholders from various fields of
science and knowledge.
The Knowledge Summit - The Prominent Knowledge Platform
Organized by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) and the United Nations Development
Programme (UNDP), the Knowledge Summit is a premier annual knowledge event in the Arab World. This event gathers
intellectuals, experts, visionaries, and policymakers to share experiences and insights about the future. By blending local
insights with global expertise, the summit creates an environment that encourages innovative ideas and the launch of
impactful developmental knowledge projects.
The primary objectives of the summit are twofold: first, to identify and address key issues in knowledge and development,
and second, to incorporate and transform best global practices into practical and applicable solutions. These objectives
allow the summit to tackle global challenges, promote sustainable development, and enhance the overall well-being of
nations.
These objectives are based on the belief that knowledge is the cornerstone of building resilient societies and adaptable
economies. It forms the foundation of MBRF's vision, aiming to contribute to tangible and sustainable developmental
progress in modern societies. This vision includes fostering knowledge generation and dissemination while expanding
innovative digital and sustainable green solutions.
A Journey Filled with Accomplishments
Since its launch in 2014, the Knowledge Summit has witnessed remarkable growth. The inaugural edition featured 16
sessions and attracted 500 participants. Over time, the summit's influence has grown significantly. By its eighth edition in
2023, the summit had hosted 57 sessions with over 100 speakers, with the number of participants exceeding 20,000. This
growth reflects the increasing interest in the summit and highlights its vital role in facilitating global knowledge dissemination
and the exchange of ideas.
Knowledge Summit 2023
The Knowledge Summit 2023 focused on knowledge cities and the fifth industrial revolution, bringing together a
distinguished group of intellectuals, policymakers, researchers, business leaders, and innovators from across the globe.
The aim was to discuss the role of knowledge cities in embracing the fifth industrial revolution. The summit explored how
these cities can accelerate technological innovation, drive sustainable economic growth, and enhance the overall quality of
life. It served as a unique platform for participants to exchange ideas, form alliances, and collaborate in shaping a more
innovative, inclusive, and secure future for the next generations. This was facilitated through rich discussions, informative
workshops, and various knowledge-based events.
Achievements of the Knowledge Summit
The Knowledge Summit has successfully established itself as a leading global platform for the exchange of knowledge,
experiences, and success stories. It underscores its vital role as a unique forum for innovative insights, fresh ideas, and
showcasing best practices to address global challenges effectively. The summit has made significant progress in promoting
knowledge investment by nurturing human resources, supporting innovation, and empowering the youth in knowledge
transfer, dissemination, creation, and localization. One notable achievement of the Knowledge Summit is the creation of the
Global Knowledge Index (GKI). The GKI assesses the state of knowledge across countries, identifies strengths and
weaknesses, and highlights the intricate relationship between knowledge and development, highlighting ways to keep pace
with change. The GKI has become a valuable tool, even adopted by advanced countries, to measure their levels of
knowledge and enlightenment, further aiding in the development of knowledge-driven economies.
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