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expertise and capabilities to strengthen cooperation.

The key objective is to foster knowledge advancement

and reinforce the capabilities of ICESCO’s member

nations, thereby enhancing their position in the Global

Knowledge Index (GKI). The GKI serves as a guide for

evaluating indicators, conducting research, and

promoting knowledge-related studies on a global scale.

Dr. Hany Torky, Chief Technical Adviser and Project

Manager, UNDP’s Knowledge Project, participated in a

productive meeting focused on addressing the

challenges presented in the GKI report. The meeting

underscored the importance of member states

consistently updating their data to maintain favourable

positions that reflect advancements within the index-

monitored sectors.

During their visit, both parties engaged in discussions

concerning the GKI officials’ participation at the

upcoming Conference of Ministers of Education in the

Islamic World, scheduled for October in Muscat,

Sultanate of Oman. Additionally, they explored ICESCO’s

participation in the upcoming edition of the ‘Knowledge

Summit’ in Dubai. Discussions also covered the

possibilities of organising workshops to benefit experts

from ICESCO member states, familiarising them with the

operational mechanisms of the GKI. The MBRF

delegation highlighted the importance of collaborative

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