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H.E. Dr. Abdallah Al Dardari UN Assistant Secretary-General, and UNDP Assistant Administrator and
Director of the Regional Bureau for Arab, highlighted the necessity for governments to recognize the

importance of freedom of information and the need to provide it while also offering young people the
opportunity to access knowledge from diverse sources. He pointed out that our future depends on young
people’s capability to express themselves creatively and become the cornerstone of a knowledge economy.

H.E. Dr. Al Dardari said: “The Global Knowledge Index is a vital tool for economic planning in countries
worldwide. Through the Future Skills initiative, the Future Skills Academy, and the Global Alliance for Skills,

we aim to create genuine hope for the countries in the region as they strive to establish knowledge societies
by bridging gaps in the realm of skills and education. Learning and acquiring knowledge must serve as a

constant motivation for young people, as it is an inexhaustible source and a pivotal tool for developing our
communities and improving living conditions.”

His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, said, “We are delighted to see that the UAE has
earned a significant ranking in the GKI, which is a potent tool for nations to assess and improve their national
policies and decision-making framework. The GKI meticulously reviews diverse indicators across scientific,

research, and structural domains, leveraging rigorous analysis methods and scientifically validated data. It
empowers government bodies by providing the right tools to identify opportunities, design robust strategies,
enhance innovation, and drive comprehensive development. This year’s GKI shows that many nations,

particularly those in the Arab region, have achieved several key knowledge milestones while underscoring
the need for advancing education, research, and innovation strategies in many other parts of the world.”

Dr. Hani Torky, Chief Technical Adviser and Project Manager, Knowledge Project – UNDP, presented a
comprehensive overview of the results of the Global Knowledge Index 2024. He discussed the key
achievements of certain countries and the knowledge areas that require further attention in order to enhance

their ranking on the index.

Dr. Torky explained that the Future Skills Academy is a developmental step for the Future Skills initiative. As

the educational and training opportunities expand, the initiative takes on new dimensions through which it is

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