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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 linked with educational institutions and universities. He pointed
out that we should not fear AI, as it will not replace humans; rather, it will enable institutions and

individuals to gain a genuine competitive advantage, emphasizing the need to harness AI for the
benefit of humanity.

This year’s index covers 141 countries, which is nearly three-quarters of the globe, with eight new
additions. The GKI offers a panoptic perspective of the global knowledge landscape and serves as
a powerful benchmarking tool in the domains of education, technology, research, and

development. It also sheds light on each nation’s strengths, enabling them to address both local

and international challenges in these fields.