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indicators related to education, technology, and research.

While Sweden topped the list overall, Qatar came second in the Arab

region, securing the 39th position globally with a score of 55.5, while
Saudi Arabia placed third in the Arab region and 41st globally, with a score

of 54.8

Key figures at the event emphasised the necessity of fostering a culture of
information availability and creative expression, particularly for youth.

Dr. Abdallah Al Dardari pointed out the role of educational initiatives in
developing knowledge economies, stating that "the Global Knowledge

Index is a vital tool for economic planning in countries worldwide."

Jamal bin Huwaireb praised the UAE’s ranking as an important indicator
of national progress and innovation, noting that the GKI leverages

scientifically validated data to motivate nations toward strategic
improvements.

The index indicated particular strengths among Arab nations in pre-

university education and ICT sectors, with Saudi Arabia succeeding in the
former.

Ten African nations, however, were at the bottom of the ranking, with

Chad occupying the last position. The GKI serves as a critical tool for
countries to evaluate their readiness to tackle local and global challenges,

enhancing their knowledge and development landscape in future iterations.

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