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11/20/24, 9:13 AM Latifa bint Mohammed inaugurates 9th Knowledge Summit - Aletihad News Center
The Summit, organised by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) in collaboration
with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre and will

continue until November 19, 2024.

H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed said that the Knowledge Summit has established itself as a leading global
platform, bringing together experts, researchers, academics, thought leaders, and decision-makers from across the
globe.

The Summit drives the exchange of ideas and perspectives, underscoring the importance of knowledge in shaping the

future and addressing humanity’s most pressing challenges. It also enhances Dubai’s position as a global centre for
innovation and intellectual progress, she said.

“The Summit plays a crucial role in fostering knowledge-based societies, emphasising the need for enhanced
international collaboration to drive global progress, prosperity, and sustainable development. By embracing creativity,
we can advance individuals, communities, and nations, as exemplified by building economies rooted in knowledge and

innovation. This vision prioritises cultivating future generations of skilled talent, harnessing the transformative potential
of artificial intelligence (AI), and investing in its capabilities to achieve a comprehensive development renaissance. By
merging human ingenuity with technological power, AI emerges as a key driver of progress and new opportunities,”

she said.

In his speech at the Summit, Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of the MBRF, underscored the Knowledge Summit's
emergence as a cornerstone among leading global events focused on knowledge and innovation.

Additionally, he highlighted its role as a unifying platform for shared visions and collective goals, positioning knowledge
as a critical pillar for creating a sustainable and prosperous future for the region and new generations.

He stated, “This year’s theme, ‘Future Skills and AI Economy,’ aligns with the nation’s commitment to cultivating a
knowledge-based economy and leveraging the transformative power of AI across various sectors. It also underscores

Dubai’s leadership in the knowledge sector and its commitment to driving innovation as a key enabler of growth.”

“The event reflects the joint efforts of MBRF and UNDP to advance the knowledge economy and empower individuals

and institutions to utilise knowledge as a transformative tool. The Summit aims to improve community well-being and
achieve comprehensive economic and intellectual development, further cementing the UAE’s position as a global hub
for progress and innovation.”

On the first day of the Summit, the 2024 Global Knowledge Index (GKI) results were announced, with Sweden

claiming the top spot, followed by Finland and Switzerland in second and third place.

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